El sombrero mágico

PreS-Gr 3–Ready for some forest magic? Arlo and Isaura are racing against time to save their pet hedgehog, Pinchitos. They know that gnomes have magic powers, but finding one in the forest is not easy when there is little to offer from their home in exchange. Deciding to entice a gnome with food, Arlo and Isaura find out that forest animals love treats too! Gnomes each wear a bright red hat as they observe the friends and eventually compensate them for their troubles. The bond that grows between forest animals and the protagonists is tenderly rendered through Parent’s illustrations and Messier’s flowing text. Colorful words and images grace each page as all of the forest’s creatures follow the kids home with the gnomes in tow. Readers will enjoy looking for gnomes when red caps pop up in the forest scenes. They’ll marvel at how sharing brings about a happy ending for Pinchitos and those who care for him.