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La ballena

$19.99
$19.99

La ballena de Benji Davies es un libro ilustrado bilingüe que explora con delicadeza temas como la empatía, la soledad y la conexión a través de la historia de Noi, un niño que descubre una ballena varada y la cuida en secreto. A medida que aprende a soltarla y devolverla al mar con la ayuda de su padre, el cuento se desarrolla con un texto minimalista e ilustraciones evocadoras, lo que lo hace ideal para niños de 4 a 8 años. Es una narrativa conmovedora que invita a la reflexión en clase sobre la bondad, los lazos familiares y nuestra responsabilidad con la naturaleza.

English Description:

La ballena by Benji Davies is a bilingual picture book that gently explores themes of empathy, loneliness, and connection through the story of Noi, a boy who discovers a stranded whale and secretly cares for it. As he learns to let go and return the whale to the sea with his father's help, the tale unfolds with minimal text and evocative illustrations, making it ideal for children ages 4–8. It’s a touching narrative that opens space for classroom discussions about kindness, family bonds, and our responsibility toward nature.

Publishing Details

Author : Benji Davies

Illustrator : Benji Davies

Type of Spanish : Translated

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 32

Size: 25 x 28.5 cm

Year Published: 2014

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 1st

Genre: Fiction

Theme: Animals, Friendship, Family, Adventure, Social Emotional