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The Magical Song of Sona and Dora: Grutt Class Collabo
Paul Rodro Rodriguez
Paperback (Rodro, May 26, 2018)This special version of The Magical Song of Sona and Dora is the result of an extraordinary collaboration between the dynamic fifth-grade students of Michelle Gruttadauria, Kristen Tohill, Eileen Campbell, and Ilyssa Polirer, and the author Paul “Rodro” Rodriguez. This group of remarkable children generously agreed to share their unique vision and talents to illustrate Rodro’s story as a fundraiser for families and children in Puerto Rico. The Magical Song of Sona and Dora is a folktale about two fun-loving CoquĂs (tiny tree frogs) from Sonadora, Puerto Rico. When the two friends find that they are in danger of being accidentally squished they venture out into the rainforest. Their search for Ignacio the Parrot King leads them on an unexpected journey to discover the magic that will save them. All proceeds from this special version of the book will be donated to assist families in Puerto Rico that are in desperate need of medical equipment and home repairs.
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Star Spangled Sprinkles, Please!: Diversity, freedom of choice, respect, celebrating our differences, friendship, creativity, individuality
Paul Rodriguez
Paperback (Rodro, Nov. 16, 2018)On the Fourth of July, Rodro and his friends get into a food fight, but they make friends again when they learn to respect each other’s’ freedom of choice. “You’re free to favor the flavor you savor!”
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Kung Fu Peace
Paul Rodriguez
Paperback (Rodro, Nov. 16, 2018)Rodro’s odd uncle teaches him, his friend Pessy, and some bullies, that a peace sign is more powerful than a fist. “Give violence a PEACE of your mind!”
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Rodro the Weirdo: Individuality, self-confidence, pride, courage, creativity, uniqueness, anti-bullying
Paul Rodriguez
eBook (Rodro, Jan. 13, 2019)What is weird? Weird doesn’t mean wrong it just means different. When Rodro weirds-out and wins, he realizes different isn’t bad, it's what makes him matter. However you are, shine like a star!
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Don't Do Drugs! Do Dance!: Anti-Bully, Drug Awareness, Avoiding Trouble, Fortitude, Ingenuity, Initiative, Courage
Paul Rodriguez
Paperback (Rodro, Nov. 16, 2018)When some older kid tries to get Rodro to take drugs, Rodro thinks on his feet and dances his way out of trouble. “Teach yourself to respect yourself!”
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Let's All Play!: Anti-bully, self-respect, individuality, friendship, empathy, up-stander, kindness
Paul Rodriguez
Paperback (Rodro, Nov. 16, 2018)When a bully acts up, Rodro and his friends refuse to stoop down to his level. Instead, they stick up for each other and turn his insults from negative to positive. “Make friends, not fights!”
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Taste Buds to Go: Cultural appreciation, diversity, curiosity, exploration, creativity, travel, nutrition
Paul Rodriguez
Paperback (Rodro, Nov. 16, 2018)When Rodro forgets to bring his lunch to school, and the cafeteria food lets him down, he takes an imaginary journey around the world to find the fantastic foods he loves. Traveling taste buds are the best buds!
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Brownies for Bedtime: Fighting hunger and poverty with compassion.
Paul Rodriguez
Paperback (Rodro, Nov. 16, 2018)When Rodro’s brownie induced bellyache gives him nightmares about children who do not have enough to eat, he vows to help them. “Food and fun are for everyone!”
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How to Do a Backspin: The Battle Within: Grit, achievement, helping others, friendship, perseverance, dancing, hip hop
Paul Rodriguez
Paperback (Rodro, Nov. 16, 2018)When Embl is having a tough time learning his favorite dance move, Rodro refuses to let him give up. “Don’t give in and you can win!”
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The New Swing King: Empathy, courage, friendship, zest, anti-bully, understanding autism, up-stander
Paul Rodriguez
Paperback (Rodro, Nov. 16, 2018)When the “Swing King” bully forces Rodro to get on the swings, Rodro turns his greatest trauma into his greatest triumph. “The brave you will amaze you!”
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What Color Are You?: Diversity, friendship, celebrating differences and good character, creativity, tolerance, individuality, kindness
Paul Rodriguez
Paperback (Rodro, Nov. 16, 2018)While Pessy and Rodro are working on an art project, they discover that their friendship has nothing to do with the color of their skin but the color of their character instead. “The true color of you is not on the outside but in what you do!”
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The Sandwich Boy Rescue: Family, friends, community, compassion, cooperation, courage, kindness
Paul Rodriguez
Paperback (Rodro, Nov. 16, 2018)When disaster strikes— siblings, parents, and the whole community come together as one big family to save the day. “Family is where the heart lives!”