In today’s book feature, we will delve into an inspirational work, Luisita is Sick/ Luisita está enferma by Dora Przybylek, that follows the story of a very young girl with cancer.
The power of storytelling and literature continues to kindle enlightenment, inspiration, hope, empowerment, wisdom, imagination, and drive for many readers. Children’s books, in particular, serve as excellent learning materials for kids to immerse in their growing years. Especially kids’ stories that encapsulate significant matters, numerous young readers will be able to gain a better understanding and heart toward them.
In this case, a unique and compelling book that comes in two languages, both English and Spanish, stands out as a testament to this. Luisita is Sick/ Luisita está enferma by Dora Przybylek underscores the experiences and realities of having childhood cancer.
Bilingual & multilingual books for children ages 7 to 10, such as this book, are deemed to be an asset for child development that not only contributes to the kids’ personal growth but amplifies a sense of awareness about cancer.
As we go about our journey in this book feature, we will untangle various fractions: What is Luisita is Sick/ Luisita está enferma all about, what can readers expect from it, a glimpse of excerpts, and if the book is worth reading.
Now that’s said, let’s start?
What Is Her Book All About?
Dora Przybylek’s Luisita is Sick/ Luisita está enferma is an inspiring book revolving around a little girl, Luisita, who was diagnosed with cancer. It showcases the realities of having such a disease and what happens to those who have been struck with cancer, especially at a very young age.
Her cancer began when Luisita felt an immense wave of exhaustion and fatigue that inhibited her from running and playing with her friends. Unfortunately, an alarming news was disclosed by the doctor and told Luisita’s mom that Luisita had cancer. Her mother supported Luisita throughout her journey, explaining to her what it means to have cancer. Luisita was patient and followed through with several treatments. Along the way of having cancer, she learned tons from her doctors, nurses, and friends. Although it was such a dire and unfortunate situation for Luisita, she remained optimistic and resilient to the challenges carried by cancer.
What Can Readers Expect?
Tons of inspiring and empowering beats can be expected from the book Luisita is Sick/ Luisita está enferma. It unfolds the harsher side of life that may challenge and test us in our journeys. Luisita’s situation, being diagnosed with cancer, is a piece of heartbreaking news for her and her mother.
The author, Dora, aims to guide kids with cancer to find hope and purpose in the midst of a challenging feat while also supporting parents in their endeavors of coping with their child’s diagnosis and treatment.
Luisita is Sick/ Luisita está enferma is firm in its objective of letting readers know that they are not alone and that there is hope.
Excerpts from Luisita is Sick/ Luisita está enferma:
Excerpt 1
After coloring, all children went to the backyard and ran straight to the top of the slide. Luisita could not make it. She felt very tired again.
Excerpt 2
“The doctor will help you feel better,” her mom said. Luisita’s mommy hugged Luisita and told her that she had to be patient. “Patient means you have to learn how to wait,” her mom said. “This is why people who go see doctors are called patients.”
Excerpt 3
When Luisita went back to school, some kids were staring at her head with no hair.
Is Luisita is Sick/ Luisita está enferma Worth Reading?
Yes, undeniably!
Luisita is Sick/ Luisita está enferma has received several international awards, including the 2018 International Latino Book Awards, Most Inspirational Children’s Picture Book, Bilingual, and an interview by Univision in April 2018. This recognition alone is a testament to the book’s excellence and allure. But other than that, it’s certainly a must-read – a worthy deep dive for parents and children to immerse in.
To obtain and grab your own copy of Luisita is Sick/ Luisita está enferma (English and Spanish Edition), you may visit the author’s website at https://www.doraprzybylek.com/order/ or purchase directly on Amazon.
While at it, you may also delve into another engaging article by ReadersMagnet, particularly about the appeal of bilingual literature.
