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Papá animal

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Papá animal, de Bernardo Segura, ilustrado por María José Arce Letelier, es un libro ilustrado de no ficción visualmente impactante que celebra las sorprendentes formas en que la paternidad se manifiesta en la naturaleza. A través de 28 animales machos —incluyendo ranas que gestan a sus crías y caballitos de mar que se embarazan—, el libro destaca la crianza paternal con claridad científica y calidez emocional. Las delicadas ilustraciones en acuarela se complementan con un texto conciso y preciso, lo que lo hace educativo y atractivo. Con fichas de especies, un glosario y referencias bibliográficas, es un recurso valioso para las aulas bilingües que exploran el cuidado, la biología y el comportamiento animal.

English Description:

Papá animal by Bernardo Segura, illustrated by María José Arce Letelier, is a visually stunning nonfiction picture book that celebrates the surprising ways fatherhood appears in nature. Through 28 male animals—including frogs that carry their young and seahorses that become pregnant—the book highlights nurturing paternal roles with scientific clarity and emotional warmth. Delicate watercolor illustrations pair with concise, accurate text, making it both educational and engaging. With species data sheets, a glossary, and bibliographic references, it’s a rich resource for dual-language classrooms exploring caregiving, biology, and animal behavior.

Publishing Details

Author : Bernardo Segura

Illustrator : María José Arce Letelier

Type of Spanish : Authentic

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 56

Size: 30 x 22 cm

Year Published: 2025

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 5th

Genre: Non-Fiction

Sub-Genre: Informational

Theme: Animals, Environment, Family, Nature, Science