Jesús Trejo
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Publisher
Minerva, an imprint of Astra Publishing House
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
In this highly anticipated companion to Pura Belpre Honor winner Papá's Magical Water-Jug Clock, little Jesús gets a new and very important job: caring for Mamá's beloved houseplants. From sharing his best jokes with the grumpy Cactus to dancing with the beautiful Peace Lily, it's going great-until the Golden Pothos, Mamá's favorite, crashes to the floor! How will Jesús get out of this one?
Author
Series
Publisher
Minerva
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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"Today, little Jesús has a big job to do. He's helping Papá at work, and he's in charge of the water jug -- which is also a magical clock! When it's empty, Papá explains, the workday is done. But what about all these thirsty animals? Soon, the water is gone, but the day is not over yet. Will Jesús be fired?! Or is the jug not really magical after all." -- page [2] of cover.
Author
Publisher
Minerva, an imprint of Astra Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
Español
Description
"Little Jesús is excited to spend a Saturday with his landscaper Papá at the "family business." He loves Papá's cool truck and all the tools he gets to use. Papá even puts him in charge of the magical water jug, which is also a clock! When it's empty, Papá explains, the workday will be done. It's a big job, and Jesús wants to do it right. But he just can't help giving water to an array of thirsty animals--a dog in a sweater, some very old cats,...
Author
Publisher
Minerva
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
Español
Description
When Jesús gets home after school, he has his usual routine: do homework, daydream, do small chores here and there around the house . . . but one day, Mam̀ appoints him honorable Chief Plant Officer, Branch Manager, AND big brother to her precious houseplants! Jesús does an excellent job keeping them hydrated, entertained, and happy--until one plant has an accident and throws Jesús's entire job into crisis mode . . .