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In this colorful dual-language book, young readers meet nine-year-old Andresito. Andresito is a “willful and rebellious child” who doesn’t like to listen, follow the rules, or clean up his toys. He also refuses to learn responsibility, love, and empathy. Children and their parents read along as Andresito’s parents exhaust themselves trying to find solutions to their son’s ill behavior. The boy does have one redeeming quality, though. He doesn’t like dirt. He also has a fabulous imagination, and one day he daydreams about flying. Young readers travel with Andresito on his daydream adventures, where he transforms into a fly. When Andresito encounters massive amounts of trash in the streets, he is disgusted. He suddenly recognizes the need for a change in his behavior.
This book has the added bonus of being a dual-language edition. Thus, it gives young readers the opportunity to read in both English and Spanish and engage with both languages. The incorporation of both languages into one text emphasizes the growing importance of being bilingual in an ever-growing global community. The book is also a great teaching tool for parents who are trying to emphasize to their children the importance of self-awareness and responsibility. Young readers can also engage with the colorful illustrations. Most of all, the lessons this book teaches children about respecting themselves and others are significant. This book is perfect for the home and the classroom, and children and parents of all backgrounds can appreciate what Andresito’s experiences can teach readers of any age.