Gloria Smiled: A Story About Disappointment, Resilience, and The Sorpresa!

By Hazel Pacheco

Book Overview

Forgetful friends, a stray chicken, and a craving for sunflower seeds all lead to an amusing lesson about friendship, positivity, and gumption Book three of a perfectly silly picture book collection for ages 5 and up.

Gloria is a lively quail excited to celebrate, but it seems the other birds have completely forgotten her special day. Undeterred, she takes matters into her own wings and decides to throw a party. But a mysterious sorpresa is lurking. Will her upbeat spirit save the day?

Set in the beautiful Rio Grande Valley, this modern folktale is richly illustrated and blends gentle humor with timeless messages of resourcefulness and perseverance. Topped off with Spanish vocabulary and fun nature facts, Gloria Smiled makes an entertaining read-aloud for home or classroom.

It's a gift that will tickle the heart. Perfect for ages 5-8 or anyone who enjoys a good chuckle, Enjoy the entire collection

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1736975536
• ISBN13: 9781736975534
• Release Date: May 2023
• Publisher: Hazel P Rosenthal
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"