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Otro país

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Otro país, de María José Ferrada, es un libro ilustrado poético y reflexivo que resuena profundamente en las aulas bilingües. Escrito en español, retrata una tierra ficticia a la que llegan niños migrantes de todos los rincones del mundo, trayendo consigo solo sus recuerdos y esperanzas. A través de una prosa lírica e imágenes evocadoras, Ferrada explora temas de desplazamiento, nostalgia y resiliencia, ofreciendo a los educadores una poderosa herramienta para fomentar la empatía, la conciencia cultural y el diálogo reflexivo. Ideal para unidades sobre identidad, migración o aprendizaje socioemocional, este libro invita a los estudiantes a conectar la experiencia personal con narrativas globales más amplias.

English Description:

Otro país by María José Ferrada is a poetic and thought-provoking picture book that resonates deeply in dual-language classrooms. Written in Spanish, it portrays a fictional land where migrant children arrive from all corners of the world, bringing only their memories and hopes. Through lyrical prose and evocative imagery, Ferrada explores themes of displacement, nostalgia, and resilience, offering educators a powerful tool to foster empathy, cultural awareness, and reflective dialogue. Ideal for units on identity, migration, or social-emotional learning, this book invites students to connect personal experience with broader global narratives.

Publishing Details

Author : Maria Jose Ferrada

Illustrator : Francisca Yanez

Author Nationality : Chile

Type of Spanish : Authentic

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 60

Year Published: 2018

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 6th-8th

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Realistic Fiction

Theme: Community, Equality, Immigration, Social Issues, Migration