Description
Trastario (Lullabies for Washing Machines)
Book Summary
A unique poetic workshop where household appliances and everyday objects become the protagonists of verses full of wit and humor. "Trastario (Lullabies for Washing Machines)" brings together thirty poems that explore the operation, sound, and personality of appliances such as the washing machine, the refrigerator, the toaster, or the vacuum cleaner. Pedro Mañas acts as a word mechanic, constructing puns and experimenting with language to transform the domestic sphere into a playful and surprising territory. A work that invites young readers to discover the poetry hidden in the corners of the home.
What is it about?
The book proposes a poetic journey through the home, pausing at every appliance and utensil to observe it from a new and creative perspective. Each poem is a little story or a play on words inspired by a specific object: from the hum of the washing machine to the crackle of the toaster. The author uses wit to create lullabies, rhymes, and verses that mimic the sounds and movements of these devices, while exploring concepts such as energy, gears, or plugs. More than a simple description, it is an invitation to play with language and to find musicality in the everyday.
Main themes
- Poetry as a game of words and sound experimentation.
- Everyday life and domestic objects as a source of inspiration.
- Humor and wit applied to literary creation.
- The relationship between technology, energy, and how appliances work.
- The musicality of verses and the creation of lullabies and rhythms.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is especially indicated for children aged 6 and up who are beginning to read poetry, as well as for mediators, educators, and families looking for works that stimulate creativity and a love for language. It is also attractive to young readers curious about how the objects around them work, combining literature with a playful look at the home.
What this book offers
- Awakens an interest in poetry through familiar and relatable themes.
- Stimulates the imagination by transforming common objects into poetic characters.
- Encourages play with words, sounds, and double meanings.
- Offers a fun and participatory reading experience, ideal for reading aloud.
Technical specifications
- Author: Mañas Romero, Pedro
- Publisher: Kalandraka
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: POETRY, ANTHOLOGIES, YEARBOOKS FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS
- Collection: ORIHUELA
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: May 2018
- Number of pages: 40
- Weight: 260 g
Editorial review
An original and well-executed proposal that brings children's poetry closer to a domestic universe full of possibilities. Pedro Mañas demonstrates his skill in constructing verses with rhythm and a sense of humor, making such prosaic objects as a washing machine or an iron the protagonists of a fresh and fun anthology. The book works especially well in shared reading and aloud, and can be an excellent resource for introducing the little ones to the pleasure of poetic language starting from the everyday.