Three Pockets Full
Three Pockets Full
Three Pockets Full written by Cindy L. Rodriquez and illustrated by Begoña Fernández Corbalán is a story about family, tradition, and love. This beautifully illustrated book published by Cardinal Rule Press includes a special quick tips section at the beginning of the book to help parents and educators optimize reading time with their children. This section can also be excellent for educators as a quick guide.
The book begins with the main character, Beto refusing to wear a special shirt called a guayabera to an upcoming wedding. As much as his mom tries to get her son to wear the shirt, he finds a different excuse over and over again. However, during one moment, Beto realizes that the shirt represents much more than just a shirt. It’s a symbolic representation of the tradition and history of his culture. The author also discusses the origin of this symbolic shirt, which helps Beto understand its meaning of it. Three Pockets Full isn’t just about a shirt through, it’s also about Beto’s feelings regarding a parent’s remarriage. I love the way that this storyline was incorporated into the story and how Mami helped him work through his feelings throughout the story.
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Literacy Tips
Three Pockets Full is “full” of literacy and language opportunities. The book incorporates Spanish words, which can be helpful for young children to practice learning Spanish. When reading the book, point to the words and sound them out for your child. The best way for them to learn this new vocabulary is within context! After reading the book, talk about Beto and how and why he changed his mind about the guayabera. Talk about your culture and what clothes you might wear for certain traditions or family events.
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