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Buscando a Bongo

by Eric Velasquez
Eric Velasquez
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Where could Bongo be? Help a young boy find his beloved toy—and figure out how it got lost to begin with.
Eric Velasquez's cozy and playful story is now available in Spanish.
The boy knows Bongo was right there with him this morning. But now, Bongo is missing. He asks his whole family if they've seen the stuffed toy. "Yo no sé," says his abuela. "I don't know." 
Mamá and papá haven't seen him either. And Gato just meows and runs away. 
When he finds Bongo, the boy is thrilled—but he still doesn't understand how his toy ended up there. So that night, he sets a trap to catch the Bongo thief. . . .
Eric Velasquez's detailed, expressive illustrations follow the boy's investigation throughout his home, giving readers a glimpse of a warm, multi-generational familia Afro-Latina.

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  • Release date

    July 18, 2023

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      • ISBN: 9780823455263
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  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • School Library Journal

      Starred review from June 1, 2023

      PreS-Gr 3-A young boy loses his stuffed animal Bongo and searches all around the house asking about him. He asks his mother, father, grandmother, cat, and dog, and no one seems to know where he is. Finally, he finds Bongo near the bongos (a small hand drum used commonly in Caribbean music). The artwork is lively and detailed. Thoughtful attention to detail is seen throughout, with nods to the family's Afro-Caribbean heritage and love for music and art found in the background. The relatable preschooler and his search for his stuffy will resonate with children, and the painterly, realistic illustrations ground the narrative. Soft browns and tans and spots of red add a layer of warmth to the reading experience. Discerning readers might find Bongo before his owner. The family is Black, and the little boy sports an afro. VERDICT Much-needed representation and a universal problem make this sweet, family-centered tale a must for Spanish-language picture book shelves.-Lissette Perez-Hernandez

      Copyright 2023 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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