El boom de la Literatura Infantil Chilena: Mauricio Paredes en la FILIT 2019
The Chilean children's literature scene has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, with authors like Mauricio Paredes leading this cultural renaissance. This page preserves information about a video that was originally hosted on Viddler.com featuring Paredes' participation in the 2019 Feria del Libro Infantil y Juvenil de Talca (FILIT).
Who is Mauricio Paredes?
Mauricio Paredes is a prominent Chilean writer and engineer who has dedicated his career to children's and young adult literature since 2001. His most celebrated works include "¡Ay, cuánto me quiero!" and "¡Ay, cuánto me vuelvo a querer!" which have been incorporated into the Chilean Ministry of Education's curriculum.
Paredes has published his works across multiple Spanish-speaking countries, including Argentina, Chile, Colombia, El Salvador, Spain, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela. Beyond writing, he has been an active promoter of reading among young people and has served as a television scriptwriter, university professor, and president of the Chilean section of the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY).
Paredes at FILIT 2019
During the 2019 Feria del Libro Infantil y Juvenil de Talca, Mauricio Paredes participated in several activities:
- A presentation of his books on Friday, September 27, 2019, at 11:00 AM at the Fair Grounds
- A talk titled "Motivation for Reading" ("Motivación para la lectura") directed at parents and teachers on Saturday, September 28, 2019, at 11:00 AM at the UCM Extension Theater
Additionally, the theater company "Teatrapa" performed an adaptation of another of Paredes' renowned books, "La Cama Mágica de Bartolo," on Saturday at 5:00 PM.
The Impact of Chilean Children's Literature
The original video hosted on Viddler likely captured Paredes discussing the growth and impact of Chilean children's literature. While the video content is no longer available, the significance of authors like Paredes in transforming the literary landscape for young readers in Chile remains relevant. His work has helped shape how children engage with literature, fostering a love for reading among new generations.
For more information about Mauricio Paredes and his participation in FILIT 2019, you can visit the Universidad Católica del Maule's Extension Department page, which originally linked to this video content.
Related Events
The FILIT 2019 was organized by UCM as part of their initiative to bring literature to 14 communities in the Maule region, highlighting their commitment to cultural and educational development in Chile.