A sweet and simple story of kindness, compassion, and courage!
Title: Lupita's Hurricane Palomitas
Author: Alexandra Alessandri
Illustrator: Anastasiya Kanavaliuk
Publisher: Beaming Books
Lupita, a young girl, and her family are expecting a hurricane touchdown in their area. Everyone in her community is preparing to protect themselves. She is worried and fearful that something bad is going to happen.
Suddenly, Lupita discovers a pair of baby doves who are unable to care for themselves or seek shelter. Lupita looks around for their mother but is not able to. She decides to keep the birds safe in a small nest and stays inside a closet with her family.
Though the storm was frightening, Lupita and her family passed the time by playing games and music and making cupcakes. After the storm settles down, Lupita and her family, help the neighborhood clean up.
📚 Well-written and gorgeously illustrated
📚 The fear of devastation during natural calamities is real, and the author/illustrator captures the emotions of the community people so well. The emotions are given off to the readers extremely gently and very appropriately.
📚 Perfect for ages 4+
The wondrous world is magical and extraordinary, but if you want to feel it, you must be brave enough to explore the unknowns and step out of your comfort zone!
Such an adorable and hilarious book exploring the silliness of classroom lineups!
Palindrome - yes, you will find them through the entire story. The title of the story is itself a palindrome! Wow! Such a poignant and emotional tale!