Sergio is a penguin. He loves fish, soccer, and water. He loves drinking water, bathing in water, spraying water, just about anything with water! But he has one big problem; he can't swim. So when his class takes a field trip to the ocean, Sergio must decide whether he should face his fear or avoid something he loves.
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Edel Rodriguez was born in Havana , Cuba America New Jersey.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
In this adorable picture book, the title character, Sergio, a young penguin has a serious dilemma. He LOVES water--ice, baths, rain, puddles--but he doesn't love the "very deep kind." Why? Because he can't swim. Yep, that's right. Sergio is a penguin who can't swim. When his class goes on a field trip to the ocean, he is naturally frightened. But can a little encouragement from his teacher and classmates plus arm floaties, a snorkel, and life preserver give him the courage to jump in?
Edel Rodriguez's oil-based woodblock ink and digital media illustrations are fun and charming, and children will be drawn in by the bright aqua blue of the ocean that is the background throughout the book. And seriously...who can resist a penguin with arm and ankle floaties, a snorkle, and a polka-dotted life preserver?
This is a very fun book that could help give kids the courage to try something they may be afraid of, including taking that first plunge into the pool.
Edel Rodriguez's oil-based woodblock ink and digital media illustrations are fun and charming, and children will be drawn in by the bright aqua blue of the ocean that is the background throughout the book. And seriously...who can resist a penguin with arm and ankle floaties, a snorkle, and a polka-dotted life preserver?
This is a very fun book that could help give kids the courage to try something they may be afraid of, including taking that first plunge into the pool.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Sergio loves water but not the deep kind. "When he's around water, Sergio can be: relaxed, happy, funny, playful and silly." Which makes sense because Sergio is a penguin from Argentina, down near the South Pole. His three favorite things are soccer, fish and water, especially water-but when his class goes swimming, Sergio is scared because he can't swim.
Sergio's friends quickly hop in but Sergio holds back, despite having on his floaties. Finally Sergio jumps in "but his aim is a bit off." He bumps and rolls into the ocean and disappears. Mrs. Waddle and his friends wait-and finally Sergio pops to the surface. Sergio discovers he loves the ocean and can't wait to come back. "That was better than the rain, puddles, and a cold bath all put together," says Sergio.
Edel Rodriguez wonderful illustrations work brilliantly with the charming text of Sergio Makes a Splash! The illustrations, created with oil-based woodblock ink, are printed in aqua, yellow and black, ensuring the colors pop and attract children's attention. The first illustration diagramming "Sergio" is especially captivating, pointing out his height (1 foot), weight (1 pound), his curious smile and perky "wings." The text is printed in large letters and some are included in the illustrations as dialogue bubbles.
Sergio Makes a Splash! is perfect for children worried about trying something new, especially swimming. As Sergio says on the back cover, "This is a great book! It's all about me!" Children are sure to agree.
Armchair Interviews also agrees.
Sergio's friends quickly hop in but Sergio holds back, despite having on his floaties. Finally Sergio jumps in "but his aim is a bit off." He bumps and rolls into the ocean and disappears. Mrs. Waddle and his friends wait-and finally Sergio pops to the surface. Sergio discovers he loves the ocean and can't wait to come back. "That was better than the rain, puddles, and a cold bath all put together," says Sergio.
Edel Rodriguez wonderful illustrations work brilliantly with the charming text of Sergio Makes a Splash! The illustrations, created with oil-based woodblock ink, are printed in aqua, yellow and black, ensuring the colors pop and attract children's attention. The first illustration diagramming "Sergio" is especially captivating, pointing out his height (1 foot), weight (1 pound), his curious smile and perky "wings." The text is printed in large letters and some are included in the illustrations as dialogue bubbles.
Sergio Makes a Splash! is perfect for children worried about trying something new, especially swimming. As Sergio says on the back cover, "This is a great book! It's all about me!" Children are sure to agree.
Armchair Interviews also agrees.
By LMGREVIEW
Format:Hardcover
My 2.5 year old son LOVES this book. It's the perfect book to read out loud to a young child because it is just the right amount of words to keep his attention. He loves all the pictures, and we've read it so many times he has started to memorize it. It's has beautiful graphic illustrations and tells a cute story. An absolute favorite in our house!
By L. Prescott
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Sergio Makes a Splash is a simple story about a penguin who loves the water but cannot swim. The illustrations in this book are really cute and unique. My two three-year-olds enjoyed reading it but haven't asked for it more than a couple times. It's not a favorite, but still very cute. I bought it at a steep discount, so I'm happy with the purchase.
Format:Hardcover
This is a funny story of a penguin who is afraid of the ocean. It makes a very funny story. Great read aloud and/or easily adaptable for family readers theater.
By T. Jonker
Format:Hardcover
Not only is this an outstanding book for youngsters who have yet to take to the water, it is undeniably one of the best picture books released this year.
Sergio is an equal opportunity water lover. He drinks it, bathes in it, and ice skates on it. There is only one version of water he is opposed to - the really deep kind. Sergio is a penguin who can't swim. On a class trip to the ocean, he comes prepared with all the buoyant equipment you could think of (see the cover above). When Sergio's classmates all start jumping in, he's not quick to follow. With some convincing and some guts, Sergio takes the plunge and discovers what he's been missing.
"Sergio Makes a Splash" incorporates a nice mix of storytelling methods. The first page contains a diagram to explain Sergio's physical characteristics. Symbols are used to represent what our hero dreams about at night (soccer, fish, and water). A traditional narrator explains the action, but characters speak in word bubbles. This variation keeps the interest high.
The illustrations are outstanding. Unique and nice to look at. Let's hear about them from Edel Rodriguez himself:
"The entire book is printed in three color Pantone inks which makes the colors really pop. I'm very happy with the way the printing turned out."
Same here. The way splashing water is represented when Sergio comes up for air toward the end is notably inventive. White splattered paint explodes on the page (click on the Edel Rodriguez blog link below to see a number of images from the book).
While he has illustrated children's books before, this is Mr. Rodriguez's first time wearing the author's hat as well. Impressive debut. "Sergio Makes a Splash" is a refreshing release.
Sergio is an equal opportunity water lover. He drinks it, bathes in it, and ice skates on it. There is only one version of water he is opposed to - the really deep kind. Sergio is a penguin who can't swim. On a class trip to the ocean, he comes prepared with all the buoyant equipment you could think of (see the cover above). When Sergio's classmates all start jumping in, he's not quick to follow. With some convincing and some guts, Sergio takes the plunge and discovers what he's been missing.
"Sergio Makes a Splash" incorporates a nice mix of storytelling methods. The first page contains a diagram to explain Sergio's physical characteristics. Symbols are used to represent what our hero dreams about at night (soccer, fish, and water). A traditional narrator explains the action, but characters speak in word bubbles. This variation keeps the interest high.
The illustrations are outstanding. Unique and nice to look at. Let's hear about them from Edel Rodriguez himself:
"The entire book is printed in three color Pantone inks which makes the colors really pop. I'm very happy with the way the printing turned out."
Same here. The way splashing water is represented when Sergio comes up for air toward the end is notably inventive. White splattered paint explodes on the page (click on the Edel Rodriguez blog link below to see a number of images from the book).
While he has illustrated children's books before, this is Mr. Rodriguez's first time wearing the author's hat as well. Impressive debut. "Sergio Makes a Splash" is a refreshing release.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best Picture Book, The Latinidad List 2008
Finally--a charming tale that doesn't involve abuelitas, tamales or pinatas. I publish The Latinidad List, an annual round-up of the best books by and/or for Latinos, and Sergio... Read more
Published on December 27, 2008 by Marcela Landres
5.0 out of 5 stars
A must-read for every child!
This is an adorable book with awesome illustrations and a great story. Will definitely boost your little one's confidence! My son loves it. Can't wait for Rodriguez's next book.
Published on December 21, 2008 by Jianni
4.0 out of 5 stars
A penguin who can't swim?
My daughter likes penguins and so it was easy to see this book would attract her.
Sergio is a penguin who lives in Argentina down near the South Pole. Read more
Sergio is a penguin who lives in Argentina down near the South Pole. Read more
Published on November 29, 2008 by Mathew A. Shember
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