MYTHICAL TITLES FROM THE STEAMBOAT COLLECTION

Surely we have all read a book from the Steamboat collection, from the SM publishing house. Many of their titles are mythical and are passed from generation to generation regardless of the years.

The Steamboat was born in 1978, and over time it has become a benchmark for children's and youth literature, both nationally and internationally. Therefore, on the occasion of Book Day and 40 years of this well-known collection, we want remember some unforgettable titles from our childhood, and they will love to read our children too.

White Series, first readers

The books belonging to the White Series of the Steamboat are especially aimed at the first readers. They have short lines, adapted vocabulary and color illustrations that help to understand the text and favor the aesthetic education of the reader.

These are some of the mythical titles of this series that surely some parents read at the time.

Patatita

This book, first published in 1987, features a boy named Patatita and Caldero, his dog. When Patatita is absorbed looking at some cakes, Caldero disappears and the boy embarks on a desperate search that will not cease until he finds his only and faithful friend. A story that tells a unconditional friendship between a child and his dog.

Available on Amazon for 7.60 euros.

The witch Mom

Another mythical book of our childhood, which was republished in 2016. "The Witch Mom" tells four stories that feature a naughty witch. A story in which the importance of taking responsibility for the acts themselves.

Available on Amazon for 7.60 euros.

Ernesto's story

This book, first published in 1986, tells the story of Ernesto, a six-year-old boy who knows that his biological parents could not take care of him. He also knows that he can be very sure of the affection of his adoptive parents, who celebrate in style the day Ernesto arrived in their lives. A tender story that shows that each child is an independent person, but you have to take care and love.

Available on Amazon for 7.60 euros.

If you have a wizard dad

This book was first published in 1995. Chiqui's friends are very intrigued. They do not explain why the child always goes to school so happy. What mysterious trick can get it? A great story that shows the need to have a good relationship between parents and children.

Available on Amazon for 7.60 euros.

Blue Series, from 7 years

The Blue Series books are thinking for children who already know how to read. They are short books, with large print and illustrations. Do you sound some of these mythical titles of our childhood?

Aniceto, the winners

This book was first published in 1986, and tells the story of Aniceto, a child who is afraid of almost everything, until one day he decides to definitely face it. Will Aniceto manage to overcome his own fears? A story about fears and insecurities narrated with an extraordinary mastery of children's language.

Available on Amazon for 8.20 euros.

The Pampinoplas

This book was first released in 1986, although it has been subsequently reissued. He narrates the experiences of Poliche, a boy who goes to visit his grandfather in the countryside, turning the visit into a fantastic adventure in which the Pampinoplas is involved, a character that has terrified the entire town. A humorous story that advocates for peaceful solution to conflicts.

Available on Amazon for 7.79 euros.

A striped elf

It was edited for the first time in 1986 and tells the story of a multicolored elf who, when he arrives on his birthday, undertakes a journey that will take him to know many things about others and himself. What fun adventures await you on the road? A great novel that shows the value of the truth and of the different points of view.

Available on Amazon for 7.79 euros.

Janus' dragon

First edited in 1987, it tells the story of Janus, an overweight boy who continually receives teasing from his classmates. When he returns from school he sits on a bench and starts painting in the sand. Suddenly, the drawing becomes a little dragon. A story that demonstrates the importance of friendship and personal effort To overcome the difficulties.

Available on Amazon for 7.79 euros.

Opal Granny

This story was first published in 1987. One afternoon, before finishing class, Miss Laura instructs her students to prepare a job for the next day: a writing about her grandmother. Isa does not have and uses her imagination to provide herself with one. Can something that has been invented as a game come true? A story that tells with humor the family relationships.

Available on Amazon for 7.79 euros.

Orange Series, from 8 years old

The Orange Series books are long texts where humor and adventures are the protagonists of the stories. Do you guess that endearing and mythical characters we will propose to remember through reading with the kids?

Fray Perico and his borrico

This book was published for the first time in 1980, and its success was such that over time other titles starring this endearing character emerged. This first story narrates the arrival of Fray Perico and his borrico Calcetín to a convent in Salamanca, where the peaceful existence of the twenty friars will be altered by the crazy situations full of humor and joy that Fray Perico stars.

Available on Amazon for 8.07 euros.

The Tick Pirate

This book was published in 1982 for the first time, and like the previous case, it was so successful that over time new titles starring this intrepid and feared pirate. In this first installment, the pirate Garrapata and his crazy crew are ready to leave for the adventure. Those who fear him say he is the fiercest man in all of London. It has a wooden leg, a steel hook and a buccaneers crew ready for everything.

Available on Amazon for 8.07 euros.

Ghost profession

First published in 1986, this story is set in Scotland, at the beginning of the 20th century. John, a boy, accidentally enters a castle. He decides to stay there that night to sneak into the pantry and leave the next day, with any of the visits. What he ignores is that the place can only be visited on Sundays and he will have to spend a whole week there. A funny novel about the adaptability and overcoming difficulties.

Available on Amazon for 8.07 euros.

Moritz's nose

This mythical story was edited in 1987 for the first time, and tells the adventures of Moritz Nape, a mailman who one day wakes up with a strange gift: he can smell everything, even the thoughts and feelings of others. Her neighbor Dula, a nine-year-old girl, thinks she is a wonderful talent, but the problems are not long in coming. Is it convenient to get into people's minds? An excellent novel that shows how the positive aspects and goodness prevail in the face of adversity.

Available on Amazon for 9.87 euros.

Cucho

First published in 1986, it tells the story of Cucho, a ten-year-old boy who lives with his grandmother in an attic. Both pass serious difficulties to survive and the child must manage to get ahead. Can you find the solution to your problems? A realistic novel that narrates the hardness of misery.

Available on Amazon for 8.07 euros.

The adventures of Vania, the strongman

First published in 1988. Vania is an extremely vague young man; Just think about resting and eating. But, one day, an old man appears and announces a great future if he follows his instructions, as rare as they may seem. What adventures will the boy face to fulfill his destiny? A tender story that shows the importance of tenacity in overcoming difficulties.

Available on Amazon for 8.07 euros.

Red series, from 10 years

The Red Series books are thinking for expert readers. These are novels in which the content and literary form have a similar importance. The novels of this series mostly portray the world of today, the one that has had to live the readers of this age. Do you remember any of the titles we propose?

The scarecrow's daughter

First edited in 1987. Loella, a twelve-year-old girl, has Papa Pelerín, the scarecrow, as her best friend. His mother is always traveling and his father simply does not exist. A letter arrives at the forest cabin that will change Loella's life forever. A book in which it is revealed the value of friendship in overcoming difficulties.

Available on Amazon for 8.45 euros.

Lili Libertad

This book was first published in 1996 and tells the story of Lili, a girl has moved to a new city and a different school and lives alone with her mother, with whom she barely speaks. What changes will carnival bring to the life of the girl? Great story that reflects the importance of self confidence.

Available on Amazon for 8.54 euros

Dad's business

First edited in 1996. Week by week, Tomás tells Juanjo, his psychologist, why he has suspended five subjects when he had never suspended before. It seems that something has to do with his father's business change. A Story about friendship and personal autonomy.

Available on Amazon for 8.45 euros.

The land of potatoes

Edited in 1996, it tells the story of María, a girl whose world falls on her when her father tells her to move to Bolivia. An unknown world that reserves surprises that she does not expect. A novel that shows the adaptation problems and, also, the ability to improve oneself.

Available on Amazon for 8.45 euros.