Sergio Andricaín facts for kids

Sergio Andricaín is a writer from Cuba who creates books for children. He is also a journalist and helps publish books. He loves to encourage kids to read!

About Sergio Andricaín

Sergio Andricaín was born in Havana, Cuba, in 1956. He is a journalist, which means he writes for newspapers and magazines. He is also a literary scholar, someone who studies literature and books deeply. Plus, he is a publisher, helping to create and distribute books, especially for young readers.

He studied sociology at the University of Havana and also in Costa Rica. Sociology is the study of how people live together in groups and societies.

In Cuba, he worked as a researcher at the Juan Marinello Cultural Center. In 1991, he became a consultant for the National Reading Program in Costa Rica. This means he gave advice on how to help more people read.

Working with UNESCO

During the 1990s, Sergio Andricaín was an editor for UNESCO publications. UNESCO is a part of the United Nations that promotes education, science, and culture. He helped create books like Colección biblioteca del promotor de lectura (1993) and Niños y niñas del maíz (1995).

He also edited a children's magazine for Colombia's Fundación Nacional Batuta. This foundation helps young people learn music through symphonic orchestras.

Writing for Newspapers and Magazines

As a writer, Sergio Andricaín has shared his work in many newspapers and magazines. His articles have appeared in different countries. These include Cuba, Costa Rica, Colombia, Spain, and the United States.

Promoting Reading

Sergio Andricaín now lives in Miami, Florida. There, he co-founded a special group called Fundación Cuatrogatos with Antonio Orlando Rodríguez. This is a nonprofit organization. It works to promote reading in Spanish and supports cultural and educational projects. They want to make reading fun and easy for everyone!

See also

In Spanish: Sergio Andricaín para niños