{"product_id":"9788413565651","title":"GIANTS AND BESTIARY","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGIANTS AND BESTIARY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA board book ideal for the little ones in the house to discover the magic of Catalan popular festivals. Guided by Patufet, children will get to know giants, dwarfs, eagles, dragons, and mules—all the festive beasts of the tradition. With brief text in capital letters, this picture book illustrated by Hugo Prades is a first approach to the popular bestiary, perfect for small hands and big curiosities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatufet, the most endearing character in Catalan customs, invites children to meet the creatures that liven up local festivals and parades. Through sturdy cardboard pages and colorful illustrations, readers will discover the diversity of Catalonia's festive bestiary: from giants and dwarfs to the eagle, the dragon, and the mule. Each page presents a new beast, explaining its role in the tradition in a simple way. The book, with little text and capital letters, is designed to facilitate autonomous reading for the youngest or shared narration with adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCatalan tradition and popular culture: the festive bestiary as an element of identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIconic characters: giants, dwarfs, eagles, dragons, and mules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction to the local festival: basic notions of parades and popular processions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEarly learning: brief text in capital letters for new readers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended for boys and girls between 1 and 4 years old, especially for families who want to pass on Catalan popular culture from early childhood. It is also ideal for nursery schools and kindergartens working on customs and traditional festivals. The board book format and capital letters make it accessible for small hands and early readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book contributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA first contact with Catalan festive traditions in a playful and visual way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA resistant format adapted to the needs of the youngest children (board book, little text, capital letters).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive illustrations by Hugo Prades that stimulate imagination and character identification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA pedagogical resource for families and educators to talk about popular culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe familiarity of the Patufet character, which emotionally connects with children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e ROIG CESAR, ROGER\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e COSSETANIA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Catalan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Picture books: character books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e EL PATUFET PER ALS MES PETITS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Board book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis title from the \"El Patufet per als més petits\" collection effectively fulfills its purpose: introducing the richness of the Catalan festive bestiary to early-age readers. The board book format, capital letters, and minimal text are hits for the target audience. The illustrations by Hugo Prades, cheerful and clear, facilitate the identification of each beast. It is a functional and well-executed book, ideal for families looking for a first book on Catalan traditions for their children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"COSSETÀNIA EDICIONS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405102145883,"sku":"9788413565651","price":14.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841356565.jpg?v=1781823506","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788413565651","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}