An Aldana Libros Book: developed by renowned children's publisher Patricia Aldana to bring outstanding books to the English-speaking market, by international authors and illustrators who want to communicate their own cultural realities.
An introduction friendship and acceptance: Kids will delight in the charming and unexpected friendship between chickens and capybaras.
Appeals to children and adults: An accessible, beautifully illustrated book bound to capture the attention of readers young and old alike.
Capybaras are hugely popular animals and are featured at more than 60 zoos and game parks across the United States.
Alfredo Soderguit is an award-winning illustrator. Soderguit's 2013 animated film, Anina, was nominated for awards around the world, including the Cine Latino Award at the Palm Springs International Film Festival.

LEVELING
Guided Reading Level: I
Common Core State Standards
RL.1.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9
W.1.1, 3, 5, 6, 8
SL.1.1, 1a, 1b, 1c, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
L.1.1, 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 1f, 1g, 1h, 1i, 1j, 2, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 4, 4a, 4c, 5, 5b, 5c, 5d, 6
Next Generation Science Standards
1-LS1.A: Structure and Function
1-LS1.B: Growth and Development of Organisms
1-LS1.D: Information Processing
1-LS3. A: Inheritance of Traits