Papá'sMagical Water-Jug Clock by Jesús Trejo with illustrations by Eliza Kinkz

This 2024 Pura Belpré Honor Award book is alively story of good intentions gone awry!

Little Jesus is determined to be the besthelper ever when he gets to join his for a dayof work in his landscaping business.  Jesusis given a very important job. He will be in charge of the magical water-jugclock. Papá explains that by the time the jug is empty their day’s work will bedone. But landscaping is dry, dusty work! The sun is hot! And kind-hearted Jesusis soon offering drinks to an amusing collection of thirsty animals encounteredat their various jobs—a sweater-wearing dog, an assortment of old of cats, even aflock of peacocks. When he and Papá need cups of water, the jug is empty andit’s only noon!

Kinkz’s vibrant artwork pairs perfectlywith Trejo’s spirited prose. Together they convey the joyful chaos that followsJesus with every turn of the page.

Spanishwords are skillfully integrated into the story-telling providing readers achance to learn some vocabulary and making the whole reading experience morefun!

Papá'sMagical Water-Jug Clock would be a delightful addition to home or schoollibraries.