Gloria Smiled by Hazel Pacheco
Unlock your imagination, venture to a land of enchantment, and hobnob with the gregarious quails of the Southwest!
In this jaw-dropping episode, Gloria is determined to celebrate, but a mysterious sorpresa in the clearing threatens to ruin her plans. With optimism and determination, Gloria sets out to save the day, but will she be able to overcome the odds? Join Gloria as she travels through the woodland known as the bosque (boss-kee) to uncover the secret of the sorpresa.
If you enjoyed the perseverance in The Most Magnificent Thing, by Ashley Spires and the birthday bustle in Bear Can’t Wait by Karma Wilson, then you will love Gloria Smiled. This read-aloud, read-to-your-child book is sure to capture the hearts of children ages 4+ and might even gain the notice of some adult kids as well.
Beautifully illustrated with Kim Sponaugle’s vibrant watercolors, Gloria Smiled increases vocabulary, while delivering a subtle faith-inspired message about selflessness and resilience.
Bonus glossary and activity page included!
This book three of the four-book Henry and Friends series.
Targeted Age Group:: All audiences
Heat/Violence Level: Heat Level 1 – G Rated Clean Read
What Inspired You to Write Your Book?
The Southwest's desert quails were the inspiration for this book.
How Did You Come up With Your Characters?
Quails often seem to be scurrying about with important purpose. They are on a mission! Mixing that observation with some imagination is how Gloria Smiled came to be.
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