Catalina Incognito (1)
One Day at a Time meets Mindy Kim in this first book in a charming new chapter book series about Catalina Castaneda, a Mexican American girl with a magical sewing kit!
Catalina Castaneda is not persnickety, even though that’s what her parents and sister, Coco, like to think. Catalina just likes things the way she likes them—perfect.
That’s why it’s very hard to hide her disappointment when her glamorous Tía Abuela, a famous telenovela actress, gives her an old sewing kit for her eighth birthday. However, Catalina soon discovers the sewing kit isn’t as boring as she thinks—it’s magic, turning ordinary clothing into magical disguises.
When Tía Abuela’s most famous costume has rhinestones stolen from it where it’s being displayed at the local library, Catalina gets to work on creating the perfect disfraz (disguise) to track down the thief. But, as Tía Abuela warned her, the magic is only as strong as her stiches, and Catalina doesn’t always have the patience for practice...
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 128
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2022
Publisher: Aladdin
Language: en
ISBN: 9781534482784
Creator Bio
Jennifer Torres is a highly accomplished author and journalist, known for her captivating storytelling and powerful narratives. Her work has been featured in numerous publications such as The New York Times, National Public Radio, and Latina Magazine. A graduate of Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism, Torres has also received recognition for her writing from organizations such as the Society of Professional Journalists and the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. She currently lives in Southern California with her husband and two children. Gladys Jose, the illustrator of Catalina Incognito, is an award-winning artist and children's book illustrator. Her colorful and whimsical illustrations have been featured in numerous books and publications, as well as on greeting cards and products. Jose's work has been recognized by organizations such as the Society of Illustrators and the American Library Association. She currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area with her family.
