A Maleta Full of Treasures -- Natalia Sylvester, Hardcover

From an award-winning author and illustrator, a warm, gentle ode to cherished visits from grandparents and the people and places that make us who we are even if we haven't met them yet.

It's been three years since Abuela's last visit, and Dulce revels in every tiny detail--from Abuela's maletas full of candies in crinkly wrappers and gifts from primos to the sweet, earthy smell of Peru that floats out of Abuela's room and down the hall. But Abuela's visit can't last forever, and all too soon she's packing her suitcases again. Then Dulce has an idea: maybe there are things she can gather for her cousins and send with Abuela to remind them of the U.S. relatives they've never met. And despite having to say goodbye, Abuela has one more surprise for Dulce--something to help her remember that home isn't just a place, but the deep-rooted love they share no matter the distance.

Author: Natalia Sylvester
Publisher: Dial Books
Published: 04/16/2024
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 10.08h x 9.29w x 0.47d
ISBN: 9780593462423
Audience: Ages 4-8

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 02/05/2024
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2024
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 04/01/2024
School Library Journal 04/01/2024 pg. 123
Booklist 04/15/2024 pg. 58

About the Author
Natalia Sylvester is an award-winning author of the young adult novels Breathe and Count Back from Ten and Running and the adult novels Everyone Knows You Go Home and Chasing the Sun. Born in Lima, Peru, she grew up in Miami, Central Florida, and South Texas, and received her BFA from the University of Miami. A Maleta Full of Treasures is her first picture book.

Juana Medina is the creator of the Pura Belpré award-winning chapter book Juana & Lucas and many other titles and has illustrated numerous picture books, including 'Twas the Night Before Pride and Smick! Born and raised in Bogotá, Colombia, Juana Medina now lives with her family in the Washington D.C. area.