The Pot That Juan Built
School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7
Published: 2021
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"The Pot That Juan Built" tells the story of a young boy named Juan who learns the art of pottery from his grandfather. The narrative highlights the process of creating a beautifully crafted pot, emphasizing the traditional techniques passed down through generations. As Juan becomes more skilled, he understands the significance of his cultural heritage and the importance of family and community in shaping his identity. The book beautifully illustrates the connection between craftsmanship and creativity while celebrating the rich traditions of pottery-making in a vibrant and engaging way, making it an inspiring read for children and families alike. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.
This book was published in 2021 by Turtleback .
Eve Bunting and David Diaz are the creators of Smoky Night, which was awarded the Caldecott Medal. They both live in Southern California.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
North Carolina Children's Book Award - Junior
This book was recognised in the Junior category by the North Carolina Children's Book Award.
Americas Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Americas Award.
Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award - Grades K-3
This book was recognised in the Grades K-3 category by the Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award.
Land of Enchantment Book Award
This book was recognised by the Land of Enchantment Book Award.
Virginia Readers Choice Award - Elementary
This book was recognised in the Elementary category by the Virginia Readers Choice Award.
Bluebonnet Award
This book was recognised by the Bluebonnet Award.
Pura Belpre Honor for Illustration
This book was recognised by the Pura Belpre Honor for Illustration.
This book features the following character:
Juan Quezada
This book features the character Juan Quezada.