“Amazing Dogs. 5 stories of Luna and her friends”, published by Azafrán publishing house, and sponsored by the Collahuasi Educational Foundation, is a children’s book with inclusive components that has been selected as one of the representatives of Chile for the Ibby International selection for boys and girls. and young people with disabilities, In this book you will accompany Luna and her incredible friends in a series of stories that will take you from a trip to outer space to a crazy vacation on the beach. The book will be presented on June 2 at 12:00 on the Book Fury Children’s Stage that will be held at Mapocho Station.
Its universal format encourages educational integration, including certified typography for children with dyslexia, a magnifying glass to facilitate reading and search for hidden illustrations, cardboard sheets for easy manipulation and through QR codes provides access to an audiobook and video book with sign language , as well as a guide of entertaining activities that complement each story, providing more inclusive options.
Luna is a much loved daughter dog and a great big sister. She came to her family as a puppy and throughout her life she met many dog friends with whom she lived great adventures. “The idea of creating this book was born in a very special and also very difficult moment: during the pandemic in times of quarantine we lost our beloved dog Luna, who had been part of our family for 13 years. To try to cope with grief and transform it into something positive and lasting, I decided to give life to this book,” says Mariajose Creixell.
Within the book, you will meet Luna, who teaches the importance of adapting and growing personally, promoting values such as acceptance, responsibility and unconditional love. Through Rocky, they will discover the value of friendship and family support, encouraging them to be more independent and confident. Tuti will show them the importance of friendship between different beings, as well as the fulfillment of goals and dreams. Valentino will inspire overcoming fears and the courage to face challenges. Finally, Toto will strengthen self-esteem and reflection on the importance of authenticity. All this together with a format that all boys and girls can enjoy, regardless of their condition.
In this book the reader will find an enriching tool that facilitates learning, where with each story, together with the complementary tools provided, allows boys and girls to develop fundamental values such as friendship, teamwork, overcoming challenges and empathy. This creates a reading experience that inspires and empowers every boy and girl who immerses themselves in the world of amazing dogs.
“I am inspired by the idea of sharing positive messages and important values through my stories, such as love, friendship, inclusion and respect for nature and animals. I believe that children’s stories have the power to sow seeds of kindness and understanding in the hearts of children, and that is something that motivates me to continue writing.”
Through five stories starring dogs, Mariajose Creixell, its author, invites us to live different adventures with Luna’s dog friends. Each story seeks to develop values and teachings for boys and girls in an entertaining way, especially for those with dyslexia, visual or auditory deficits.
“I believe that every boy and girl deserves the opportunity to explore the world through reading, regardless of their abilities or challenges. I firmly believe in inclusion and the importance of ensuring universal access in all aspects of life, especially when it comes to our children. That is why I dedicated myself to creating a book that not only entertains, but also helps overcome barriers and encourages the participation of each young reader and their families,” explains Mariajose Creixell.
Mariajose Creixell Moya. Nurse, Doctor of Science, Diploma in education, teacher and mother. Children’s literature writer of Spanish descent, she was born on November 12, 1984 in the city of Iquique. Since her childhood and adolescence, she always felt a strong passion for writing, which she has cultivated to this day. She studied Nursing at the University of Los Andes and has managed to obtain a Master’s and Doctorate degree. She has more than 10 years of experience as a teacher, where she has worked in different universities. With the arrival of her children,
Mariajose began editing her book “Incredible Dogs. 5 stories of Luna and her friends. Currently, she is working on editing new book projects focused on children’s health. https://kotecreixell.com/
Data sheet:
author Mariajose Creixell
illustrator Catalina Fuenzalida
age From 4 years
format Cardboard pages
measures 26 x 26 cm
number of pages 30
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