Description
Description
Can a birthday surprise come from something unexpected? Isabel's big day doesn't go as planned--but love, creativity, and family make it unforgettable.
Isabel's Birthday Surprise is a touching picture book about managing disappointment and discovering joy in unexpected places. Isabel dreams of a big fiesta with a piñata, candy, and all her friends. But when plans change, she feels let down--until her family's love and a surprise twist help her see the beauty in what she has.
Key Features:
- Helps children navigate big feelings like disappointment and hope
- Encourages empathy, emotional resilience, and appreciation for family traditions
- Perfect for ages 4-8--ideal for family reading, classrooms, and therapy settings
- Created by Magination Press, the children's imprint of the American Psychological Association--trusted experts in children's emotional development
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"A helpful tool for talking about the emotions that surround special events. Isabel's inner world is vividly illustrated, with brightly colored art swirling around her in a style reminiscent of papel picado, visually expressing her hopes and worries. A robust bilingual reader's note provides guidance for adults, offering activities to support children's emotional development, and includes a recipe for Mexican buñuelos. A sweet, realistic story of family, culture, and emotional resilience."--School Library Journal
-- (9/5/2025 12:00:00 AM)"Zapata honors the disappointment children feel when their hopes don't align with reality while also modeling resilience and the joy that can come from flexibility. Galvez's soft pastel hues set a gentle tone. . . . A warm and uplifting reminder that love and creativity are what make celebrations truly special."--Kirkus Reviews
-- (11/1/2025 12:00:00 AM)
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
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