Description
THE NOTE
Book Summary
An accordion-fold pop-up book that invites readers to discover how a small gesture can transform the day for an entire neighborhood. The story begins when Eva, always in a rush, finds a note she decides to place in her classmate Josep's pencil case. From there, the message travels from hand to hand, surprising and brightening the lives of the neighborhood's residents. A kind and optimistic work that encourages communication and the expression of affection, ideal for early readers.
What is it about?
Eva always rushes out of the house to get to school on time. As she takes her notebooks out of her backpack, a note falls to the floor. She reads it and places it on her classmate Josep's pencil case. From that moment on, the note will travel from hand to hand, surprising and brightening the day for the inhabitants of this fun neighborhood. On the back of the book, the reader can discover the protagonists' secrets.
Main themes
- Communication and expression of affection
- Kindness and everyday gestures
- Neighborhood coexistence
- Optimism and surprise
- Interpersonal relationships
Who is it recommended for?
Recommended for children aged 3 and up, as well as families and educators looking to foster values such as empathy, affective communication, and shared joy. It is also suitable for reading mediators interested in picture books with an interactive format.
What this book offers
- Promotes the expression of emotions and positive communication among peers.
- Offers an interactive reading experience thanks to its accordion-fold format.
- Invites readers to discover details and secrets hidden on the back of the book.
- Conveys an optimistic and kind message about the impact of small gestures.
- Stimulates observation and imagination through a visual journey through the neighborhood.
Technical specifications
- Author: Serrano Burgos, Pilar
- Publisher: Kalandraka Catalunya
- Language: Catalan
- Theme: Picture books
- Collection: Llibres interactius
- Binding: Other
- Publication date: March 2022
- Number of pages: 40
- Weight: 222 g
Editorial review
A picture book that stands out for its original fold-out format and its focus on affective communication. The accordion structure allows for a dynamic and surprising reading experience, ideal for capturing the attention of little ones. The story, simple yet effective, conveys a positive message about how a small gesture can generate a chain of joy in the community. A work recommended for working on values such as empathy and kindness in the classroom or at home.