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By Monica Encarnacion
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Body-positive story about a boy's love for mom's belly.
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What's the Story?
MAMÁ'S PANZA follows a young boy who loves his mama's panza (belly) and all the love and stories it holds. Everyone has a panza -- it can be big and round, soft and small, or somewhere in between. But a young boy's favorite panza of all is Mamá's. Her panza is capable of remarkable things, and she loves it as an important part of herself. Her panza was also the young boy's first home. Even before he was born, it cradled and held him. When he's feeling shy and needs a place to hide or when he wants somewhere to rest during a bedtime story, Mamá's panza is always there.
Is It Any Good?
Through a young boy's eyes, we see how his mama's panza is not just a part of her body but a treasure trove of wisdom, comfort, and warmth. Filled with body positivity affirming text and vivid art, Mamá's Panza is a young boy's love letter to his mother, along with a celebration of our bodies and our bellies. This relatable story is a celebration of family and the beauty of embracing ourselves just as we are. Mamá's Panza is not just a book; it's a journey of love, culture, and self-discovery that both kids and parents will cherish.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the different ways people show love and care for themselves and their bodies in Mamá's Panza. Discuss the importance of accepting and loving ourselves just as we are. In what ways are you unique?
In what ways do the main characters show curiosity and communication? What is the boy curious about? How does Mama communicate love?
Use the Spanish words sprinkled throughout the book as an opportunity to learn together. Practice using the word "panza" and saying it out loud. Talk about our bodies in a positive way. How do you feel about your panza? How is it an important and beautiful part of your body?
Book Details
- Author :
- Illustrator : Iliana Galvez
- Genre : Picture Book
- Character Strengths : Communication , Curiosity
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Kokila
- Publication date : March 29, 2024
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 3 - 7
- Number of pages : 32
- Available on : Audiobook (unabridged), Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Last updated : April 17, 2024
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