Description
Description
A multicultural addition to the Passover picture book canon, this sweet story explores the meaning of freedom for the Jewish people-and their pets! Una adición multicultural al canon de libros para niños de Pésaj, esta dulce historia explora el significado de la libertad para la gente judío, ¡y sus mascotas! A Junior Library Guild Selection / Una Selección Junior Library Guild Also available in English/También disponsible en inglés: The Passover Pet Surprise. This Passover, Jordanita's family is leaving their Miami apartment and flying to Argentina to spend the holiday with their cousin. Visiting their cousin is the best, since he not only has a giant yard--he also has two dogs, a cat, two turtles, and two parrots called Tic and Toc! But when Jordanita hears the Passover story this year, she can't help but notice that Tic and Toc are in a cage. If the point of Passover is to celebrate freedom, shouldn't that apply to all creatures? Celebrated Jewish Argentine author Ana María Shua explores the nature of freedom and the love of family in this warm-hearted tale, perfectly paired with the gentle humor of Spanish illustrator Angeles Ruiz's lively illustrations. Esta Pésaj, la familia de Jordanita está visitando a su familia en Argentina para pasar las vacaciones. La casa de su primo es la mejor, ya que no solo tiene un patio gigante, ¡también dos perros, un gato, dos tortugas y dos loros llamados Tic y Toc! Pero cuando Jordanita escucha la historia de Pésaj, no puede evitar notar que Tic y Toc están en una jaula. Si el punto de Pésaj es celebrar la libertad, ¿no debería aplicarse eso a todas las criaturas? La célebre autora judía argentina Ana María Shua explora la esencia de la libertad y el amor a la familia en este cuento cálido, perfectamente emparejado con el humor de las animadas ilustraciones de la ilustradora española Ángeles Ruiz.
About the Author
About the Author
Ana María Shua has published more than 180 books in different genres, from novels, poetry, and essays to children's books. She lives in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Ángeles Ruiz is the illustrator of many books for children. Growing up, reading was always her favorite thing to do and thus began her passion for creating magical stories. She lives with her husband, their daughter, and gray cat named Gus in Barcelona, Spain.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"A highly recommended, warm, funny, and meaningful addition to holiday and multicultural collections."--
"An educational read that introduces Passover through a child's perspective while also teaching a valuable lesson about animal care. A great addition to bolster Jewish holiday representation."-- "School Library Journal"
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Ediciones Nortesur
Pub date:
2026-03-03
Length:
32 pages

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