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Paula's Patches

  • ISBN-13: 9781631987335
  • Publisher: FREE SPIRIT PUBLISHING
    Imprint: FREE SPIRIT PUBLISHING
  • By Gabriella Aldeman, Illustrated by Rocío Arreola Mendoza
  • Price: AUD $38.99
  • Stock: 0 in stock
  • Availability: This book is temporarily out of stock, order will be despatched as soon as fresh stock is received.
  • Local release date: 02/01/2023
  • Format: Hardback (254.00mm X 254.00mm) 32 pages Weight: 431g
  • Categories: Education [JN]
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<p><b>Problem-solver Paula patches her pants-and encourages her class to be resourceful, mend, and reuse.</b></p><p>Oh, no! While at school, Paula's pants catch on a bush that rips a large hole in her pants. She tries everything to hide the hole from her classmates, only to find out that they, too, have leaky lunchboxes, spaghetti stains, and hand-me-down backpacks. Nothing some colorful patches can't fix! Children will follow Paula as she feels embarrassed about her torn pants, curious about patches, and excited for a possible solution that helps both her <i>and</i> her classmates.</p><p><i>Paula's Patches</i> can be used as a starting point for discussions of consumerism, throwaway culture, and fast fashion. At the back of the book, a section provides activities for children, including how to make their own patches, no-sew bookmarks, and fabric pouches.</p><p><i><b>A 2025 Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award Nominee, 2024 International Latino Book Award Honorable Mention, and 2023 Foreword INDIES Finalist.</b></i></p>
<p>Gabriella Aldeman is a Panamanian American author. She writes picture books in hopes that more children become readers and that all readers feel seen. She is also a professional translator and holds degrees from Georgetown University and the College of William and Mary.</p><p>Gabriella lives in Fairfax, Virginia, with her partner and two children.</p><br>
“<i>Paula’s Patches</i>?is heartfelt tale of solving a dilemma through creativity and positivity. An inspiring take on a relatable experience for many young readers.”
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