{"title":"Ruth Behar","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuth Behar\u003c\/strong\u003e offers charming stories that resonate with young readers through relatable characters and heartfelt themes. Her works, such as \u003cem\u003ePicadillo for Paulina\u003c\/em\u003e, invite children to explore cultural identity and family connections in a warm and engaging way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for those who treasure thoughtful narratives that blend humour and emotion, Behar's books encourage empathy and understanding. Her storytelling shines with a gentle touch that speaks to both children and the adults who share these tales with them.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"picadillo-for-paulina-by-ruth-behar-9781324052418","title":"Picadillo for Paulina","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaulina has had the birthday of her dreams with the gift of a visit to an animal sanctuary, and to make it even better, her whole family gathers for a celebratory dinner at Cocina de Nana. But when Nana starts passing around her famed Cuban picadillo, Paulina turns it down. It's made from animalitos, like the ones Paulina was visiting earlier in the day. She'd made a promise to those animals and is determined to keep it: she's become a vegetarian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a bit of trepidation and ultimately \u003cem\u003emucho, mucho amor\u003c\/em\u003e, Paulina discovers what it means to practice your own beliefs while still honouring your family's history and traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePicadillo for Paulina\u003c\/em\u003e is an accessible, delightful picture book celebration of young eaters' connections to family, food, and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48038397247724,"sku":"9781324052418","price":35.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781324052418-picadillo-for-paulina.jpg?v=1785392602"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ruth-behar.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}