{"product_id":"9788484642428","title":"Five minutes of peace and quiet","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFive Minutes of Peace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMrs. Large just wants a brief moment of peace: five minutes to enjoy a hot, bubbly bath away from the daily hustle and bustle. However, her children, Lester, Laura, and the little one, have inexhaustible energy and an innate ability to turn any moment of calm into a new episode of noise and activity. This picture book, full of humor and tenderness, masterfully captures the comic and universal struggle of a mother to find a moment of silence amidst family chaos, offering a warm and funny look at domestic life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story recounts Mrs. Large's funny and desperate search for a brief space of tranquility. After an exhausting day, she decides to take refuge in the bathroom with a good book, a cup of tea, and a tub full of foam. Her wish is simple: to enjoy five minutes of absolute silence. However, her children, full of enthusiasm and questions, burst into her sanctuary one after another. First Lester to play the clarinet, then Laura to show off her xylophone skills, and finally the little one with all his toy equipment. What begins as a moment of peace transforms into an improvised concert and a party in the bathtub, where the mother ends up submerged not only in water, but in the love and chaos of her family. The story explores with irony and affection the difficulty of balancing the need for rest with the vitality of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFamily life and daily chaos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe search for moments of peace and solitude while parenting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHumor and tenderness in mother-child relationships.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptability and resilience in the face of constant interruptions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe value of small, individual pleasures in the midst of routine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is ideal for families with children aged 3 and up who want to share a fun and relatable read. It is also highly recommended for mothers and fathers looking for a work that humorously reflects real family dynamics, as well as for educators and professionals who work on emotional management and the importance of family play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA humorous and liberating vision of the daily situations families experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn opportunity for children to see themselves reflected in the antics of the Large siblings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA moment of connection and shared laughter while reading with the little ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA tool to start conversations about the need for \"me time\" and respecting others' personal space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Murphy, Jill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Kalandraka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: cat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: PICTURE BOOKS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: BOOKS TO DREAM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 32\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 442 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Five Minutes of Peace\" is a modern classic of children's literature that stands out for its ability to connect with readers of all ages through a universal situation. Jill Murphy constructs a simple but effective narrative, where text and illustrations complement each other perfectly to convey the humor and affection that permeate every page. Its hardcover edition makes it especially suitable for small hands, and its honest and fun approach to parenting makes it an essential read for any family library.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KALANDRAKA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53408459587931,"sku":"9788484642428","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978848464242.jpg?v=1781863861","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788484642428","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}