
Curly Crow Goes to the Sunport: A Bilingual Children's Book That Celebrates Albuquerque's Heart
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✈️ Curly Crow Goes to the Sunport – A Bilingual Book That Takes Flight with ABQ Heart
What if the best souvenir from the Albuquerque International Sunport wasn't a postcard—but a story?
Meet our newest release:
Curly Crow va al Sunport / Curly Crow Goes to the Sunport, a bilingual picture book that celebrates travel, kindness, and the real people who make the Sunport so special.
Featured in the Albuquerque Journal
In a June 15, 2025 spotlight, the Journal praised Curly Crow’s latest adventure for turning airport anxiety into a heartwarming, educational journey. The article highlighted the real-life inspiration behind the book and the incredible collaboration with Sunport staff and local artists that made it all possible.
Why Sunport Employees Should Be Proud
This book isn’t just about the Sunport—it’s for it. Curly’s journey showcases the TSA crew, the ABQ K9 Unit, ticketing agents, and even public art in the terminal. It’s a joyful nod to the daily dedication of Sunport staff, and a way for travelers to take a piece of that spirit home.
💬 “The Sunport has been a major thing in my life, and I saw it could be a shared experience amongst the readers.” — Nicholas Aragon, author and Sunport superfan.
The Story
When Curly Crow’s grandmother breaks her leg while visiting New Mexico, she can’t fly home like a bird—she has to take her first airplane ride! From getting a ticket to meeting friendly TSA agents and therapy dogs, the Sunport becomes a place of discovery and delight.
🗣️ Why Bilingual Matters
With English and Spanish text side by side, this book:
- Supports dual-language learners
- Helps young travelers feel confident
- Celebrates New Mexico’s rich multicultural identity
📚 A Perfect Gift & Souvenir
Forget keychains—this is the real keepsake from ABQ. Whether you’re a family visiting New Mexico or a Sunport team member wanting to show your pride, this is the book that says "home" with every page.
Now available at:
- CurlyCrow.com
- Select independent bookstores across NM
Want to bring Curly Crow to your school, classroom, or event? Email us at support@curlycrow.com for author visits, educator bundles, and bilingual literacy kits.