Jesús Trejo
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Series
Little Jesus volume 1
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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2 x 2 List 2024 (Age 2 - Gr. 2)
ALA Youth Media Awards 2024 - Children
Día Booklist (Birth-PreK) 2024
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ALA Youth Media Awards 2024 - Children
Día Booklist (Birth-PreK) 2024
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Description
"Today, little Jesús has a big job to do. He's helping Papá at work, and he's in charge of the water jug -- which is also a magical clock! When it's empty, Papá explains, the workday is done. But what about all these thirsty animals? Soon, the water is gone, but the day is not over yet. Will Jesús be fired?! Or is the jug not really magical after all." -- page [2] of cover.
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
Español
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Description
Hoy, el pequeño Jesús tiene una gran misión. Irá al trabajo de Papá y estará a cargo de un barrilito de agua mágico. Cuando el barrilito se vacie, explica Papá, el día laboral habrá terminado. ¿?Pero qué pasará con todos los animales sedientos? ¿?Tendrán suficiente aqua para terminar el día de trabajo? ¿?O será que el barrilito mágico les ayude a regresar a casa temprano? ¡!Este divertido relato te conmoverá y te hará reir! --...
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
Español
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Description
"When Jesus gets home after school, he has to fill the time until Mama can take him outside to play. It's tough, until Mama appoints him Chief Plant Officer--he'll be like a big brother to her precious houseplants! Jesus does an excellent job keeping them watered, entertained, and happy--until an unfortunate accident during a dance party throws Jesus's entire job into crisis mode! Join Jesus and a hilarious cast of houseplants as they navigate the...
Author
Language
English
Description
Jesus Trejo's first one-hour special, "Stay at Home Son", explores the Long Beach native's upbringing as seen through his comedic lens. As an only-child to immigrant parents, Trejo grew up learning many of life's lessons in the most unconventional ways, all while constantly feeling the need to meet his parents' high expectations. From running his first marathon, to winning his first fight, "Stay at Home Son" paints the picture of a first generation...
Author
Series
Roots of Comedy with Jesus Trejo volume 1
Language
English
Description
In Minneapolis, Jesus Trejo bonds with Yemeni comedian, Ali Sultan. The episode features a traditional Yemeni dinner, a soccer match, and a boat ride, all full of laughter and cultural exchange. Beyond the stage, Ali opens up about his mental health struggles, highlighting how comedy and exercise have helped his well-being.
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Series
Roots of Comedy with Jesus Trejo volume 2
Language
English
Description
Jesus embarks on a journey to Texas to meet with rising comedy star, Vanessa Gonzalez. In an Austin comedy show, Vanessa shares the humor of her childhood as the daughter of border patrol agents in Laredo. They head to the border town to meet with Vanessa's family, and her journey comes full circle when she performs in her hometown, for the first time.
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Series
Roots of Comedy with Jesus Trejo volume 5
Language
English
Description
Jesus Trejo heads to Portland, Oregon, to meet Adam Pasi, an aspiring comic with Samoan roots. Adam, on the brink of success, grinds hard, juggling his cultural reconnection and comedic dreams. Jesus witnesses his determination during a three-show night, revealing not just jokes but resilience. Finally, Adam takes the stage in front of his parents for the first time.
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Series
Roots of Comedy with Jesus Trejo volume 3
Language
English
Description
Jesus Trejo travels to Denver, Colorado to meet African American comedian, Eeland Stribling. Eeland is an environmental biologist, an avid fly fisherman, and an advocate for the outdoors, who shares his passion with the kids in his community. Eeland showcases the power of laughter and the importance of connecting with nature to achieve true life balance.
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Series
Roots of Comedy with Jesus Trejo volume 4
Language
English
Description
Jesus Trejo and Native American comic and actor, Tatanka Means embark on a journey through Chinle, Arizona. Tatanka shares his stories about growing up on the reservation and how he uses comedy as a lens to unveil the ongoing struggles of Indigenous communities across the country.
Author
Series
Roots of Comedy with Jesus Trejo volume 6
Language
English
Description
Getting the chance to stay in his hometown, Jesus Trejo meets the multi-talented Sierra Katow. As a fourth-generation Chinese Japanese American, Sierra began her comedic journey at 16. Together, they venture to the Chinese American Museum and the 'Go for Broke Foundation,' where they explore Sierra's family history. The comics weave culture, history and humor against the vibrant tapestry of L.A.
