In Case of las Moscas
$43.95
- Hardcover
40 pages
- Release Date
7 October 2026
Summary
A tiny misunderstanding snowballs into a wild adventure in this playful picture book that pokes gentle fun at what’s lost in translation between Spanish and English.
When Diego hears Abuela preparing “por si las moscas,” in case of the flies, alarm bells go off in his mind and he preps his schoolmates for an epic attack of winged insects. Except… some phrases don’t translate literally.
What follows is a zany adventure filled with tactical meetings at recess, combat training in…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780593902752 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0593902750 |
| Author: | Jackie Morera, Mariana Ruiz Johnson |
| Publisher: | Random House USA Inc |
| Imprint: | Make Me a World |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 7 October 2026 |
| Weight: | 567g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 279mm |
| Audience Age: | 4-8 |
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Critics Review
“Both peppy and quirky, Ruiz Johnson’s bright artwork offers just the right amount of spark. Whimsical fun, infused with food for thought on language.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Good-humored….a lively work in which linguistic confusion becomes an opportunity for cultural connection.” —Publishers Weekly
“This story offers a playful, funny look at language that will strongly resonate with bilingual speakers, and the cartoon illustrations capitalize on the silliness that unfolds, both real and imagined.” —Booklist
Jackie Morera
Jackie Morera is a Cuban American author of books for young-at-heart readers. Her work highlights Latine kids and their families who are curious, brave, and full of love. Born and raised in Miami, Jackie now lives in central Florida with her husband, son, and goofy pup. She enjoys telling stories, savoring pastelitos, and cozying up for a good nap.
Mariana Ruiz Johnson studied fine art and illustration for children’s books. She has published books as an author and illustrator on all continents. In 2015, she won the Silent Book Contest with her book While You Sleep, which was published in Italy by Carthusia Edizioni.
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