Las Magníficas Plantitas Bailadoras de Mamá (Mamá's Magnificent Dancing Plantitas) - by Jesús Trejo (Hardcover)

About the Book

"When Jesâus gets home after school, he has to fill the time until Mamâa can take him outside to play. It's tough, until Mamâa appoints him Chief Plant Officer--he'll be like a big brother to her precious houseplants. Jesuâs does an excellent job keeping them watered, entertained, and happy--until an unfortunate accident during a dance party throws Jesâus's entire job into crisis mode. Join Jesâus and a hilarious cast of houseplants as they navigate the biggest challenge of all"--

Book Synopsis

Mamá's Magnificent Dancing Plantitas BookPage Best Picture Books of 2024 In this Spanish-language companion to Mamá's Magnificent Dancing Plantitas, little Jesús is given the very important task of tending to Mamá's houseplants one afternoon. From sharing his best jokes with the Golden Pothos to dancing with the Peace Lily, he's the best Chief Plant Officer in town-- until things take an unexpected turn . . .

When Jesús gets home after school, he has his usual routine: do homework, daydream, do small chores here and there around the house . . . but one day, Mamá appoints him honorable Chief Plant Officer, Branch Manager, AND big brother to her precious houseplants! Jesús does an excellent job keeping them hydrated, entertained, and happy--until one plant has an accident and throws Jesús's entire job into crisis mode . . .

Following the hit success Papá's Magical Water-Jug Clock, here's another high-spirited adventure with little Jesús that will stir up chuckles and warm hearts all around--now in Spanish!

Review Quotes

"A companion to the resplendent Papá's Magical Water-Jug Clock, Trejo and Kinkz's latest collaboration amuses with similar madcap humor and shenanigans, focusing on [a] supportive mother-son relationship....the miniature scamp's hijinks and wry observations bring the laughs to the forefront." --Kirkus Reviews

"Once again, Jesús is back with an entertaining and hilarious adventure about an innocent misunderstanding. Not only does this one teach you about plants and how to care for them, (and what not to do with them), it's laugh-out-loud funny!" - Bookpeople

"I love everything about this book. I love the scribbly art, I love the mix of English and Spanish, I love all the expressions on the plants, and I love Jesús and his adorable novela-esk dramatics.... A cute, hilarious book about plants, dealing with boredom, and learning what to do when you break something precious." - Barbara's Bookstore

"Jesus Trejo did it again! A beautiful book accompanied with amazing illustrations! It is always so refreshing and moving when I stumble on a children's book that reminds me of my upbringing." - Wild Sisters Book Club

About the Author

Jesús Trejo is a comedian, the creator of the Showtime special Stay at Home Son, and an actor on the Netflix series Mr. Iglesias and the TV Land series Teachers. Jesús is also the host of the web series Tacos Con Todo, in which he navigates the LA taco scene with celebrity guests. Born and raised in Long Beach, California, where he still lives, Jesús appears regularly at international comedy festivals and stand-up venues.

Eliza Kinkz is a Tejana illustrator whose debut picture book was Goldie's Guide to Grandchilding, written by Clint McElroy. Eliza has worked on TV shows, music videos, and most happily on her own award-winning animated films.