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  • Published: 16 April 2024
  • ISBN: 9781623544546
  • Imprint: Charlesbridge Children
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $35.00

La Mala Suerte Is Following Me





Who would think that opening an umbrella indoors brings bad luck? Not Miguel! A fun and relatable read for any superstitious kid looking to make their own luck.

Award-winning author Ana Siqueira proves that superstitions cross cultures in this fun and heartfelt picture book with integrated Spanish words. Time to cheer Miguel on!

Who would think that opening an umbrella indoors brings bad luck? Not Miguel! A fun and relatable read for any superstitious kid looking to make their own luck.

Award-winning author Ana Siqueira proves that superstitions cross cultures in this fun and heartfelt picture book with integrated Spanish words. Time to cheer Miguel on!

Miguel’s abuelita warned him that opening an umbrella in the house will bring La Mala Suerte (Mrs. Bad Luck) who will follow him wherever he goes, and now Miguel’s life is ruined!

Miguel’s abuelita warns him that opening an umbrella in the house will bring La Mala Suerte (Mrs. Bad Luck) who will follow him wherever he goes. Now Miguel’s life is ruined!

He trips, fails an exam, and he can’t block a shot to save his life at soccer practice. Nothing works to get rid of Mrs. Bad Luck—looking for a four-leaf clover, sweeping, auntie’s "existential" oils . . . Now what?

Using integrated Spanish words and playful language, La Mala Suerte Is Following Me takes a silly and heartfelt look at superstitions. Award-winning author Ana Siqueira proves that superstitions cross cultures in this fun and relatable read, perfect for all readers.

Also available in Spanish.

  • Published: 16 April 2024
  • ISBN: 9781623544546
  • Imprint: Charlesbridge Children
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $35.00

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Praise for La Mala Suerte Is Following Me

Praise for Bella's Recipe for Success (Siqueira)

  • "This intergenerational tale about family traditions and grit will be a welcome addition to emerging or transitional readers' shelves."—School Library Journal

Praise for If Your Babysitter Is a Bruja (Siqueira)
  • "A fun addition to picture book collections for children, and a perfect choice for October reads."—School Library Journal
  • "A fun tale to share during spooky season."—Kirkus Reviews
  • "Baby-Sitters Club members, take note: brujas-in-training make the best sitting charges."—Horn Book Magazine

Praise for We Belong (Aguilera)
"Salas's easy rhymes partner with Vélez Aguilera's vibrant digital and colored pencil art, urging acceptance"―Publishers Weekly

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