Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2011
A Mango in the Hand
By Antonio Sacre, Sebastià Serra (Illustrator)
A boy's quest for mangoes teaches him lessons in perseverance and generosity.
32 pages· 1,596 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 177 ratings
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Summary: Young Francisco embarks on a solo journey to gather mangoes for a special dinner. Faced with swarming bees and empty hands, he returns to his father, who offers wisdom through proverbs. As Francisco learns perseverance, he shares his bounty with family, discovering the joy of giving. Will his kindness be rewarded? This heartwarming tale blends humor and life lessons, enriched with Spanish proverbs.




