{"product_id":"9788413560953","title":"THE PATUFET ALMANAC","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTHE PATUFET CUSTOMARY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional journey through the traditions and festivals of Catalonia, led by Patufet, the most endearing character in Catalan popular culture. This illustrated book invites little ones to discover the country's customs in a playful and educational way, while hiding Patufet in iconic settings of celebrations such as the calçotada, Sant Jordi, the Eve of Sant Joan, the human towers (castells), and the castanyada. A work designed to play and learn about the richness of Catalan culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatufet, the well-known protagonist of one of the most beloved Catalan folk tales, becomes the guide for a festive journey throughout the year. With a tender and fun perspective, the book reviews the main traditions associated with specific moments in the calendar: it starts with Carnival and continues with the Easter cake (mona de Pasqua), the calçotada, the legend of Sant Jordi and the dragon, the Eve of Sant Joan, the human towers, the giants and bestiary, the castanyada, the mushroom season, and, at Christmas time, the tió and the Three Wise Men. On each double-page spread, Patufet hides in an iconic setting, inviting the reader to look for him while discovering the details of each celebration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePopular traditions and festivals of Catalonia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCatalan culture and its festive calendar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCharacters of Catalan folklore (Patufet, giants, bestiary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePlayful learning through visual searching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is recommended for young children who want to learn about Catalan traditions in an enjoyable and participatory way. It is also ideal for families, educators, and libraries looking for a resource to bring popular culture to children, as well as for any reader who loves the character of Patufet and wants to share the richness of Catalan customs with the little ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book contributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFun learning about the traditions and festivals of Catalonia through the game of finding Patufet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA complete and illustrated vision of the Catalan festive calendar, from Carnival to the Three Wise Men.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFamiliarity with an iconic character of popular culture that connects emotionally with children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn interactive format that encourages observation, attention to detail, and curiosity about one's own culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: MONIKA ESCUER ROS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: COSSET·NIA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: cat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: ILLUSTRATED STORYBOOKS, PEOPLE AND PLACES (CHILDREN'S\/YOUNG ADULT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: BACKLIST\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: November 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 144\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 461 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patufet Customary is a successful proposal to bring Catalan popular culture to little ones in a playful and visually attractive way. The combination of a character as beloved as Patufet with a seek-and-find game and the selection of representative traditions from the festive calendar makes the book useful for both entertainment and learning. Recommended for families and educators looking for a quality resource to pass on Catalan cultural heritage in an enjoyable and participatory way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"COSSET·NIA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405104374107,"sku":"9788413560953","price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841356095.jpg?v=1781823629","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788413560953","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}