Description
Peek-a-boo, I see you
Book Summary
A book that turns poetry into a fun, sonorous game. Juan Clemente offers a collection of verses where words are transformed, broken apart, and reinvented to create a playful and surreal universe. Ideal for early readers, this work invites the exploration of rhythm, rhyme, and absurdity as tools for learning and entertainment, sparking imagination and a love for language from the very first pages.
What is it about?
“Peek-a-boo, I see you” is a poetry collection that explores the most playful dimension of language. Through brief verses and ingenious rhymes, the author constructs a world where syllables and letters are grouped in unexpected combinations, giving rise to words with no apparent meaning or with exotic nuances. Each poem is a small amusement that defies conventional logic, inviting the reader to be carried away by rhythm and musicality. The book celebrates absurdity and creativity, showing how language can be a field for experimentation and joy, far removed from the strict rules of everyday communication.
Main themes
- Children's poetry and sound-based language games.
- Creativity and experimentation with words and rhymes.
- Absurdity and surrealism as literary tools.
- Introduction to poetic reading through fun.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is recommended for children at the age of discovering language, especially those taking their first steps in reading. It is also ideal for parents, educators, and reading facilitators looking for resources to bring poetry to little ones in an enjoyable and participatory way. Its playful approach makes it a perfect tool for creativity workshops and classroom activities.
What this book provides
- Stimulates phonological awareness and a love for words through play.
- Develops imagination and creativity by breaking with conventional linguistic structures.
- Offers a shared reading experience, ideal for reciting out loud and in groups.
- Introduces children to the poetry genre in a natural and fun way.
Technical specifications
- Author: Clemente, Juan
- Publisher: Kalandraka
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: PICTURE BOOKS, ACTIVITY BOOKS AND SUBJECT MATTER, POETRY, ANTHOLOGIES, YEARBOOKS FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS, POETRY (CHILDREN/YA)
- Collection: POETRY
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: March 2020
- Number of pages: 64
- Weight: 334 g
Editorial review
A fresh and original poetic proposal that bets on play as a driver for learning. Juan Clemente demonstrates a command of rhythm and rhyme that turns every page into a small sound spectacle. The hardcover edition and Kalandraka’s careful design reinforce the appeal of a book that will undoubtedly find its audience among the youngest readers and those adults looking to share the magic of poetry through fun.