Rica Baptista: Llamas, Iguanas, and My Very Best Friend (Libro en Inglés), de Bates, Janet Costa. Editorial Candlewick, tapa pasta dura en inglés, 2022

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Nombre: Rica Baptista: Llamas, Iguanas, and My Very Best Friend (Libro en Inglés)
Marca: Candlewick

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Product Description

Rica's very best friend is moving away. How can she convince her parents to let her get a pet so she won't be lonely? Friendship and family shine in this engaging young chapter book.

Rica Baptista wants a pet. A llama, a kinkajou, or maybe an iguana? She even has a name picked out: Frederica, her own name, after her Cape Verdean great-great-grandfather. But Rica's parents say no almost faster than their mouths can open. The worst part is that Rica can't tell anyone the real reason she wants a pet, because not supposed is string_containing she's know—she overheard that her best friend, Laini, is moving away, and Rica worries about being left behind. Rica and Laini make lists of the benefits of having a pet to convince Rica's parents, and they try all sorts of schemes to raise money to afford one, from party planning to holding a yard sale to entering a poetry contest. But in the end, it might be an act of unselfish kindness and courage that shows that Rica is ready to take on the pet of her dreams. In a rich and amusing story that will appeal to fans of Judy Moody and Ivy and Bean, a sincere and creative protagonist navigates friend and family relationships from funny to frustrating, endearing to insightful.

From School Library Journal

Gr 1-4—Eight-year-old Frederica "Rica" Baptista has a goal: convince her parents to let her get a pet. Her best friend Laini is determined to help her, but she and her family are moving away to Florida! Keeping this information to herself, Frederica tries to find ways to get a pet, including earning some money. When she learns about a poetry contest at the local bookstore, Frederica submits a poem with the encouragement of her kind neighbor/first grade teacher and her sometimes-annoying but always-supportive cousin Serenity. This humorous and thoughtful book introduces a charismatic and clever heroine along with her witty father and nutritionist mother, who named Rica after her great-great grandfather Frederico. Frederica receives constant support from her best friend Laini, and the various activities they take part in to reach Frederica's goal of obtaining a pet are entertaining and fun. Readers have extra insight into Frederica's mind when she confesses what she thinks versus what she says out loud, and they will love her quirky personality. Black-and-white illustrations complement the sweet plot and are sure to leave readers wishing for another chance to visit Rica's world.

Review

In this engaging and fast-paced narrative, Rica proves herself a smart protagonist with a big heart and great sense of humor. As she goes through her schemes, she offers lessons in responsibility. A satisfying story of friendship and kindness.
Kirkus Reviews

Bates paints a vivid picture of Rica's family, folding in plenty of details of their Cape Verde heritage. This heartening and optimistic chapter book emphasizes resourcefulness and resilience in the face of worry, themes sure to resonate with elementary-schoolers, and a final sweet twist is the perfect rosy note to end on.
Booklist

The breezy chapter book, peppered with cartoon-style illustrations, is a fresh look at evergreen themes. Rica's first-person narration is convincing and endearing.
The Horn Book

This humorous and thoughtful book introduces a charismatic and clever heroine. Black-and-white illustrations complement the sweet plot and are sure to leave readers wishing for another chance to visit Rica's world. A heartfelt story full of great characters that will encourage readers to keep trying.
School Library Journal

Oh, garbanzo beans! You'll be sorry

MÁS DETALLES:

Peso del paquete: 1 kg
Medidas: 1 cm x 15 cm x 22 cm
Modelo: 9781536216301
Encuadernado: Pasta dura
Editorial: Candlewick
Titulo del libro: Rica Baptista: Llamas, Iguanas, and My Very Best Friend (Libro en Inglés)
Autor: Bates, Janet Costa
Fecha de publicación: 2022-10-25 00:00:00
Idioma: Inglés
Editor: Candlewick
Número de páginas: 128
ISBN-13: 9781536216301
Edad mínima sugerida: 1
Genero musical: Infantil - Juvenil
Contenido del paquete: 1 libro
SKU: 9781536216301