Bunso Meets a Duwende - (Bunso Meets...) by Rev Valdez

About the Book

"In this exciting sequel to Bunso Meets a Mumu, Bunso encounters a new mythical creature from Filipino folklore- - the Duwende! Known for its mischievous tricks, the Duwende loves to hide things, steal toys, and cause mayhem, especially when kids aren't paying attention. But this time, the stakes are high! Bunso's family is preparing for their Thanksgiving Kamayan feast, and the Duwende has taken off with their prized Ube Halaya! Determined to recover the sweet treat and save the day, Bunso embarks on a fun-filled mission to catch this elusive trickster. Will he succeed, or will the Duwende outsmart him? Includes a Tagalog glossary and an Ube Halaya recipe"--

Book Synopsis

In this exciting sequel to Bunso Meets a Mumu, Bunso encounters a new mythical creature from Filipino folklore--the Duwende!

Known for its mischievous tricks, the Duwende loves to hide things, steal toys, and cause mayhem, especially when kids aren't paying attention. But this time, the stakes are high! Bunso's family is preparing for their Thanksgiving Kamayan feast, and the Duwende has taken off with their prized Ube Halaya! Determined to recover the sweet treat and save the day, Bunso embarks on a fun-filled mission to catch this elusive trickster. Will he succeed, or will the Duwende outsmart him?
Perfect for children who love monster tales, cultural myths, and stories about friendship, Bunso Meets a Duwende is an engaging and educational read ideal for Halloween, Filipino American History Month, Thanksgiving, or any time of year. Includes a Tagalog glossary and a delicious Ube Halaya recipe for families to enjoy together.

Key Features:
Action-Packed Adventure Join Bunso on his quest to outwit the Duwende, filled with humor and suspense that will keep young readers entertained.
Cultural Exploration Introduces children to the Duwende, a unique character from Filipino folklore, sparking curiosity about Filipino culture and legends.
Interactive Elements Features a Tagalog glossary to expand vocabulary and a family-friendly Ube Halaya recipe to deepen cultural connections.
Illustrated Fun Vibrant, comic-style illustrations bring Bunso's world to life, capturing the playful energy of this unforgettable story.

About the Series: Bunso Meets... is a lighthearted and educational picture book series that follows Bunso, the youngest member of his family, as he encounters mythical creatures from Filipino folklore. Each book introduces a new creature and offers readers a deeper understanding of Filipino heritage, with entertaining adventures and surprising lessons along the way.

Review Quotes

K-Gr 3-The author-illustrator of Bunso Meets a Mumu is back with a new story. Bunso's father traditionally makes the family's favorite food for their annual Filipino celebration of Thanksgiving, called Kamayan. This year, the festivities appear to be ruined as the ube halaya is missing from the table. Where has it gone? Lola, Bunso's grandmother, suggests the delicious food was taken by a duwende, a gnomelike creature in Filipino folklore that loves to trick people and hide their belongings. It's up to Bunso to attempt to save the day by hunting down the offending duwende and taking back the favored food. After much effort, Bunso discovers where the duwende has taken the ube halaya, but is left with a dilemma: should he return the food to his family or leave it with the duwendes, as they also love it? The comic book style of illustrations with speech bubbles and a great deal of colorful action is engaging and highly entertaining. A recipe for the coveted dish is included, along with a glossary of words used in the story that were undefined within the text. VERDICT Valdez continues to captivate youngsters with tales about Filipino culture and folklore.-Maryann H. Owen--Maryann H. Owen

About the Author

Rev Valdez is a Filipino-American illustrator based in Brentwood, CA. He's passionate about introducing readers to the myths of Filipino culture through fun, funny and visual storytelling.