Today's read comes from a well-loved children's book author in Spain. It's the third highlighting this main character and has already been translated into several languages...which I'm assuming means that it's going to be good. I mean, if it's done that well, it must be good, right? I do enjoy finding lovely kidlit from around the world, so I just had to pick it up when I saw it. Plus, the cover caught my attention. Who doesn't enjoy a dragon in the story?
Or maybe there isn't really a dragon in the story? After reading the blurb and skimming online to create this post, I'm not sure the dragon is truly there. More metaphorically. Perhaps. Not sure. Will see.
So, it's time to open it up and see what's inside!
WHAT IS LOVE ABOUT, MINIMONI?
by Rocio Bonilla
Algar Editorial
Picture Book
32 pages
ages 4 to 8
Minimoni loves to walk with her dog Max, they understand each other very well. On the other hand, it is sometimes more difficult for older people to understand, like when they talk about love... They say that it is capable of moving mountains, but that, at the same time, it is found in small things, or that it makes us fly. But if love cannot be seen, touched or painted, how can they know what it is?
MY TIDBITS
Small, big, invisible, or cuddly...the hunt for the definition of love isn't as easy as it seems.
Minimoni loves her dog and spaghetti. So simple. She doesn't get what adults are always claiming love means, though. When they talk about love, things get confusing. It's strong enough to move mountains yet delicate...light as air but grows like a plant. It makes no sense, but Minimoni has decided she's going to get to the bottom of the mystery. No matter what.
Minimoni is a carefree character with spunk, curiosity, and energy. With her dog constantly at her side, it's hard not to like her. As she explores the mystery of love, it's no problem to understand her confusion...and her reasoning puts a smile on the face. She's logical, and that gives the entire thing a good dose of humor and heart. It radiates from every page in the most enjoyable way.
The illustrations are playful and bring across each moment with emotion. Even when Minimoni has serious considerations, she's imaginative, and this comes across wonderfully as little hints of silliness always are sprinkled in.
It's a feel good book to snuggle up with and enjoy all the way through.
You can learn more about Rocio Bonilla and her amazing books HERE!
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