A new edition of the International Book Fair of Buenos Airesand it is a good occasion to review some of the literary proposals designed For the youngest (and not so guys). Environmental care and animals, and respect for diversity and democracy, are some of the most resonant themes. Here a selection of titles, to give, recommend and share.
Alva and the island of memories (You have)
Alva is a particular girl who lives alone on an island. The memories of the people who live in the city arrive there and she is responsible for caring for them with great patience and tenderness. But one day the memories no longer arrive and Alva decides, for the first time, to leave the island to investigate. Could it be that people no longer have memories? Or is it just that routine maelstrom does not leave them time to treasure important moments? In this beautiful and poetic album book, written by Alexandra Helmig and illustrated by Valeria Docampo, those answers can be known. SUGGESTED AGE: Since 6 years.
Almendra’s career (I am)
The writer and journalist Eddie Fitte is the author of this attractive youth novel that helps to raise awareness about animal abuse. Based on real events, the moving history revolves around Almendra’s life, a squeaky dog that is born with a disability that prevents him from being part of the races that run his mother and brothers. Leaving that world behind, in which animals is submitted for money, will be their goal, but will not be alone in that search. Recommended reading from the age of 13.
Lion’s mouth (Quipu)
Of mouths, lions and even flies speak this book of the renowned Istvansch. With his unmistakable technique – which combines color cards cut with scissors to create fantastic characters and worlds – the author and illustrator share this sympathetic and entertaining story that plays with metaphors to explore the world of these feline special. Thus, fiction and reality are mixed in the pages of this must -see title for boys and girls from the age of 5.
Leo Messi (Catapult)
The life of the great player and idol of the youngest adds to the classic small & large collection, which brings together enlightened biographies. His childhood playing ball in the streets of Rosario, his debut in Newell’s, his successful career in FC Barcelona, and the most desired dream of the World Cup. For all these events this book takes place that can be an original way of approaching the world of those who seem unattainable. The text is by María Isabel Sánchez Vegara and the illustrations of Florencia Gavilan. For small and large readers since the age of 4, the edition includes a data and photos section at the end.
The fear network (Planet)
What would happen if the world as we know it would cease to exist? The writer Carolina Tosi imagines a dystopian future where humans inhabit a virtual city. There, unlike earthly life, nothing is randomly freed. The surface was devastated, and it seems that there is no oxygen, water, animals, or plants. Virtual reality is the only form of imaginable coexistence. But will it really be that there is no other? Xul and theirs will investigate and find answers in this science fiction story – and not so much – crossed by adventure. With illustrations by Alberto Pez, the novel is recommended for readers since the age of 10.
Boats, boats, boats (Appearance)
“A story to navigate the differences and share new directions.” This is how this title is presented that integrates the “free Children” collection of the Chirimbote publishing house, and that invites you to reflect on how children feel and think with autistic spectrum disorder in noisy places, accelerated and inhabited by adults. Looking good, listening and empathizing is the proposal that Nadia Fink makes in this book beautifully illustrated by Mariana Ardanaz. SUGGESTED AGE: Since 4 years.
Take me with your leader (Iamiqué editions)
This is a story of humans and aliens, but without invasions, fights or discussions. On the contrary: an ET and a child find, talk and ask questions about the way in which each one lives in their community, and learn from each other. While the human tells what it is like to live in democracy, with freedom of action and thought, his alien friend reveals that what his leader says and thinks. Written by Afonso Cruz and illustrated by Mariana Río, this material integrates the “Mission Democracy” collection. Recommended reading since the age of 7.
Weeds (Beep)
In the Puntaenblanco garden everything is immaculate. Brokes, twigs, leaves and flowers grow in a controlled way, and even the sizes and colors are calculated millimetrically. Until one day, the gardener gets tired of juggling to master Mother Earth according to the craving of her patterns and leaves her tasks. And there, without rules, nature grows free and rebellious. Can the Puntaenblanco survive that? French author Marie Dorléans offers this beautiful book album, full of color and with a powerful – and necessary – message. Suggested reading from 4 years.
Small and extraordinary things (Lemon)
Ema is 8 years old and is a collector. Insects, flowers, gum, fabric pieces, buttons and candies. Everything is welcome in your personal museum. But while we put on that world with dedication and care, outside something dark, and she and her family have to leave the country. His house, his friends and even his original museum are left behind. Over time, and with new friends, Ema will discover that small and extraordinary things are found everywhere. Daniela Arroio and Micaela Gramajo write to four hands this text illustrated by Nono Pautosso. With a tone as surprising as emotional, this book invites you to continue holding memory. SUGGESTED AGE: Since 6 years.
A cage is not the jungle (Economic Culture Fund)
In 2015, Argentine Justice defined that animals also have the right to a dignified life, through the specific case of the Sandra Orangutana. And this book, written by Margarita Mainé and illustrated by Silvi Hei, reconstructs those facts that made possible that Sandra left the Zoological of Buenos Aires to live in a sanctuary with others of her species. A didactic, informative material, and built with sensitivity and tenderness to remember the importance of respect for animals rights. SUGGESTED AGE: Since 6 years.
