Si Bela at ang mga Letra Written by Ran Manansala and Illustrated by Leo Kim Jacinto [Filipino, Softbound]

Introduce young readers to the fascinating world of Baybayin, the ancient Filipino script, through AP Komiks Baybayin: Si Bela at ang mga Letra. Written by Ran Manansala and illustrated by Leo Kim Jacinto, this vibrant comic book follows Bela, a bright Filipina polyglot fluent in English, Japanese, and Korean—who now sets out to master her very own heritage language.

As Bela dives into the beautiful curves and history of Baybayin, she begins to rediscover her cultural identity and the power of native language. Perfect for children aged 6 and up, this story promotes language learning, pride in Filipino roots, and a fun introduction to pre-colonial Philippine writing.

📚 Why You'll Love This Book:

• Engaging and educational storytelling for kids and families
• A strong Filipina lead character passionate about languages
• Inspires cultural pride and early literacy
• Ideal for Filipino-American households and language learners
• Great for homeschoolers and teachers introducing Filipino heritage

Keywords: Filipino children's book, Baybayin comic, Ran Manansala, Leo Kim Jacinto, Filipino-American kids, Philippine culture, ancient Filipino script, Filipino heritage learning, bilingual children's books