The Bonus Cat

Amaya est? de vuelta! She is starting a new diary, and this time, she has her heart set on adopting a cat. But, as she quickly realizes, there is a lot more to pet adoption than just picking out the purr-fect companion. Hay mucho que saber sobre la adopci?n de mascotas.

Join Amaya on a quest to discover what it takes to find a cat a loving home. With her trusty bilingual diary by her side, Amaya shares the joys and responsibilities of pet ownership in a clever way that will make your jaw drop. Prep?rate para una historia conmovedora sobre la adopci?n de mascotas y la importancia de aprender sobre el cuidado de los animales.

In this heart-warming tale, Amaya's adventures are filled with unexpected challenges, furry twists, and a whole lot of cat-tastic fun. As she engages with the staff at the animal shelter, she learns about compassion, care, and the power of the human-animal bond. Through her diary entries, Amaya shares her discoveries with a sprinkle of wit and a dash of charm, inviting readers to feel the joy and worry of finding a lost creature a forever home. "El Gato Sorpresa: El Diario Gatuno de Amaya" delights with its cleverness and whimsical art, sure to appeal to animal lovers of all ages. Join Amaya on her quest of the heart as she experiences the true meaning of friendship and family-one purr at a time. For Teachers: "El Gato Sorpresa" is more than just a delightful story; it's also a valuable educational resource. Amaya, a developing multilingual, skillfully uses both of her languages to research different aspects of cat adoption. In every diary entry, she shares her newfound knowledge in clever and engaging ways that will have your students grinning like Cheshire cats. Throughout the book, Amaya employs a variety of learning strategies, such as comparing and contrasting, making lists, charting problems and solutions, using idea maps, examining the pros and cons of choices, describing protocols, and creating infographics. These techniques not only showcase Amaya's growing understanding of pet adoption but also demonstrate the power of language in the learning process. As Amaya builds on her funds of knowledge and writes in academic language in both English and Spanish, she serves as an inspiring model for multilingual students. Her passion for helping rescue animals and making them her best friends shines through on every page, reminding readers that learning is most effective when it is driven by genuine interest and engagement. "El Gato Sorpresa" provides a unique opportunity for students to develop essential skills in both English and Spanish. By engaging with Amaya's story, students will enhance their academic language proficiency, learn new research presentation techniques, practice critical thinking strategies, and explore social-emotional learning concepts. This book is an invaluable resource for educators looking to create a rich, bilingual learning experience that fosters growth and understanding across multiple domains. Amaya's diary is a showcase of translanguaging pedagogy.