Carlos Aponte

The heartwarming story of a boy, all the things he holds dear, and the song that inspires him when he needs it most Sometimes hearing a song gives you all the courage you need for a day. That's what happens to Pedrito after a hurricane howls through his neighborhood and he has to give up his rescue dog. The moment his big brother starts strumming "Preciosa," a beautiful song about his beautiful island, Pedrito knows that somehow everything will be okay. . . . Pura Belpr Honor winner Carlos Aponte's love for Puerto Rico shines through his vibrant illustrations and touching story, which show the power of music and community to comfort and give strength.

LIBRO DE HONOR DEL PREMIO PURA BELPR DE ILUSTRACI N El autor e ilustrador Carlos Aponte lleva a los lectores en un viaje al coraz n de Puerto Rico en este encantador libro ilustrado, ambientado en el Viejo San Juan. Una historia viva y honesta sobre c mo llenar vac os y explorar lo que define a una familia; una carta de amor al hogar de la infancia. - Horn Book Carlitos vive en un hogar feliz con su madre, su abuela y Coco, la gata. La vida en su pueblo es muy acogedora, pero Carlitos decide ir a la capital, al otro lado de la bah a, en busca de su padre. Una amable pirag era, gatos traviesos y m sicos disfrazados colorean esta historia de amor, familia y el verdadero significado del hogar. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION RECIPIENT OF THE PURA BELPR ILLUSTRATOR HONOR Author-illustrator Carlos Aponte takes readers on a journey to the heart of Puerto Rico in this enchanting picture book set in Old San Juan. A lively and honest story about filling voids and exploring what defines a family--as well as a love letter to a childhood home.--Horn Book Carlitos lives in a happy home with his mother, his abuela, and Coco the cat. Life in his hometown is cozy as can be, but the call of the capital city pulls Carlitos across the bay in search of his father. Jolly pirag eros, mischievous cats, and costumed musicians color this tale of love, family, and the true meaning of home.

RECIPIENT OF THE PURA BELPR ILLUSTRATOR HONOR Author-illustrator Carlos Aponte takes readers on a journey to the heart of Puerto Rico in this enchanting picture book set in Old San Juan. "A lively and honest story about filling voids and exploring what defines a family--as well as a love letter to a childhood home."--Horn Book Carlitos lives in a happy home with his mother, his abuela, and Coco the cat. Life in his hometown is cozy as can be, but the call of the capital city pulls Carlitos across the bay in search of his father. Jolly pirag eros, mischievous cats, and costumed musicians color this tale of love, family, and the true meaning of home.