{"product_id":"a-house-in-my-barrio-hardcover","title":"A House in My Barrio - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePaola Santos\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eOlivia Sua\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn this touching picture book about the importance of kindness and lending a hand, a young boy gathers his community to take care of a loved one, perfect for fans of \u003ci\u003eThe Last Stop on Market Street\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMamá Elena always knows just what to do when someone needs help. Whether it's by cooking a delicious meal or simply by lending an ear, she keeps her community together. And because of her warmth, her home is young Manuel's favorite. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBut when Mamá Elena suffers a fall that leaves her bedridden, the barrio changes overnight. Missing Mamá Elena and her house, Manuel is determined to help lift her spirits. In a selfless act of organizing, he gathers his neighborhood so they can give back all the love and support Mamá Elena has shown them. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis picture book includes gentle introductions to the Spanish language with a strong message about caring for others.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaola Santos\u003c\/b\u003e was born and raised in Venezuela before she fled to Canada. Paola is a member of the SCBWI, a graduate of the Children's Book Academy, and the author of \u003ci\u003eHow to Eat a Mango\u003c\/i\u003e, illustrated by Juliana Perdomo. She was awarded a Las Musas Hermanas mentorship with author Alexandra Alessandri and a We Need Diverse Books mentorship with author Meg Medina. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eOlivia Sua\u003c\/b\u003e is an artist who creates elaborate works of painted cut paper. She was born in Washington State and currently resides in the Snoqualmie Valley. Olivia graduated from Pacific Northwest College of Art with a BFA in illustration. When she's not illustrating, Olivia likes to go backpacking, spend time with her loved ones, and do anything creative.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.42 x 8.77 x 11.29 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 01, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46184775188524,"sku":"9781250327086","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/6260\/8940\/files\/2-dD9ZQDvX9781250327086.webp?v=1789609898","url":"https:\/\/littleredgeneralstore.com\/products\/a-house-in-my-barrio-hardcover","provider":"Little Red General Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}