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Patayonda

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Patayonda, de Luz María del Valle, es un libro ilustrado, animado y divertido, que los profesores de dos idiomas pueden usar para explorar temas de higiene, empatía e interacción social. La historia sigue a Patayonda, quien detesta bañarse, e Impecable, obsesionada con la limpieza: dos personajes opuestos cuyos encuentros les brindan lecciones inesperadas y crecimiento emocional. Con texto auténtico en español e ilustraciones expresivas, este libro apoya la enseñanza bilingüe, centrada en el desarrollo del carácter, las rutinas de cuidado personal y la comprensión de las diferencias en las comunidades escolares.

English Description:

Patayonda by Luz María del Valle is a lively and humorous picture book that dual-language teachers can use to explore themes of hygiene, empathy, and social interaction. The story follows Patayonda, who detests bathing, and Impecable, who is obsessed with cleanliness—two contrasting characters whose encounters lead to unexpected lessons and emotional growth. With authentic Spanish text and expressive illustrations, this book supports bilingual instruction focused on character development, personal care routines, and understanding differences in classroom communities.

Publishing Details

Author : Luz María del Valle

Illustrator : Joaquín Camp

Author Nationality : Chile

Type of Spanish : Authentic

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 36

Size: 29 x 21 cm

Year Published: 2025

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 2nd

Genre: Fiction

Theme: Anti-Princess, Humor, Community, Social Emotional, Family