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A 2024 Pura Belpré Honor Award, American Library Association
International Latino Book Award Honorable Mention
In this Spanish-language edition of Mexican American comedian Jesús Trejo’s debut picture book, little Jesús makes a big, funny mistake as he works alongside his landscaper papá, but father and son find a heartwarming solution.
Little Jesús is excited to spend a Saturday with his landscaper Papá at the “family business.” He loves Papá’s cool truck and all the tools he gets to use. Papá even puts him in charge of the magical water jug, which is also a clock! When it's empty, Papá explains, the workday will be done. It’s a big job, and Jesús wants to do it right. But he just can’t help giving water to an array of thirsty animals—a dog in a sweater, some very old cats, and a flock of peacocks. Before he knows it, the magical water jug is empty—but the workday’s not over yet! Will Jesús be fired?! This mischievous tale of a very young comedian’s life lesson will warm hearts and have class clowns, practical jokers, and all high-spirited kids nodding in sympathy.
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Kindle Book
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781662651380
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Languages
- Spanish; Castilian
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Levels
- ATOS Level: 2.6
- Lexile® Measure: 530
- Interest Level: K-3(LG)
- Text Difficulty: 0-2
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Reviews
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Starred review from June 1, 2023
K-Gr 3-It's finally Saturday, and Jes�s is super excited to help Pap� in his gardening and landscaping work. Pap� gives Jes�s a very special task and puts him in charge of the barrilito that holds the water they will drink for the day, telling Jes�s that when the water is gone from the water jug, it will mean the work day is over, and they can return home. Jes�s helps by mowing the grass, pulling weeds, and bringing Pap� water when he needs a cool drink. As they visit different houses, Jes�s notices cats, dogs, and even some peacocks that look like they could use a cool drink, too. Slowly, the water jug begins to empty, and Pap� is shocked when there is no more water left. Where did it all go? Jes�s admits he shared with his animal friends and even splashed some on his face. Pap� explains they still have quite a bit of work left, and Jes�s refills the water jug and works hard to conserve it this time. Together, Jes�s and his father work hard and the next time the barrilito is empty, it really is time to head home. Colorful watercolor illustrations and Jes�s's attitude-which is bursting with excitement and positivity-will pull readers in right away, sharing the boy's outlook and the bright world he lives in with his loving parents. Jes�s is shown helping his father with hard work, while they both enjoy being in each other's company. Readers will have a good laugh every time Jes�s shares the water with animals, and his attitude will have them smiling at every turn of the page. Both English and Spanish text versions convey this positive attitude and the joy and love between Jes�s and his father, with thought and speech bubbles adding to the conversations between them. VERDICT Bursting with color and with life, this picture book about a young boy's day helping his father has something new to explore with every read through. Perfect for Spanish and English picture book collections.-Selenia Paz
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