Juan Verdades: The Man Who Couldn't Tell a Lie is a book I found last year and could be very useful in planning a lesson or for read aloud. Not only are the illustrations beautiful but the story shows readers the importance of being honest.
Suggested Grade Level: 3-5
Summary: A very rich man, Don Ignacio bets his beloved ranch and famous apple tree that his foreman, Juan Verdades cannot tell a lie. Juan is unaware of the bet but the other rancher and his daughter are doing everything they can to win. The daughter and Juan Verdades fall in love and Juan Verdades proves that he is an honest man.
Connections: There are a number of themes that could be addressed in this particular book and a variety of ways to include it in your own classroom. Originally, I thought this story would be a great way to introduce students to the genre of folklores. You could also use this book to discuss literacy concepts including; characters, setting, solution etc. depending on the grade level as well as discussing the moral of the story. Do you have any ideas on how you would include this book in your classroom? Comment below!
Available in English & Spanish
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