Story by Enrique Gabriel B. Ecal
Illustrated by Carmen N. Refalda
Published by iLab ARAL, Inc.
Language: English
International Standard Book Numbers (ISBNs):
Softbound/Paperback
978-621-8449-33-6
Softbound-Newsprint
978-621-8449-34-3
Mixed-Media Publication
978-621-8449-35-0
Synopsis:
When a young boy named Tasyo receives a simple pair of handmade slippers from his godmother, he discovers a skill he never knew he had—one that begins with curiosity and grows into something much bigger than a gift.
Financial concept:
entrepreneurship
***Activities and online contents were developed by iLab ARAL Team.
Enrique Gabriel B. Ecal is a Grade 11 HUMSS student at the Ateneo De Naga University, & an Altar Server at the Archdiocese of Cáceres. His journey began when he published his first work (haiku poem) at Creative Inspirations last March 2024, his poem was internationally featured with the help of his Ninang. He is a former member of the ADNU JHS Blue & Gold, and a contributor at the An Maogmang Lugar where he wrote his first short story Thomas and the League of Transcendentalists. He is also a current member of Sumaro Bikolnon & an activer writer in their Dawani Magazine.
Carmen N. Refalda is a Computer Science graduate from Bicol University and currently works as a Legislative Researcher at the LGU Polangui. Through her experience in Human Resources and as a junior graphic designer at Pindle Company, she learned that illustration and design are powerful tools for learning and communication. Her goal is to inspire children to learn through colorful characters and stories.
Flipping Book (video version)
Flipping Book (with voice over version)