Translate Spanish Kids Stories
Budget: $8 – $15 AUD
I have a collection of Spanish-language children’s stories—well above 5,000 words in total—that I want rendered into clear, lively English for readers aged 9 to 12. The original tales vary in length and tone, and while I’m not certain how many overt cultural references appear, I’d like you to flag anything that may confuse an English-speaking child and suggest light, age-appropriate adaptations where needed.
Your translation should keep the humor, rhythm, and emotional beats of the Spanish text without sounding stilted. Vocabulary must challenge young readers just enough, but still feel natural for the upper-elementary level. Please preserve paragraph breaks, dialogue formatting, and any onomatopoeia, adjusting punctuation to standard English conventions.
Deliverables
• Word or Google Docs file containing the full English translation, laid out in the same order as the source text
• A brief translator’s note (one page max) explaining any cultural substitutions, wordplay solutions, or spots where you felt a contextual footnote was the better choice
I’ll supply all source files upon acceptance and will be available for quick clarifications. Let me know your estimated turnaround time and any questions you may have.
Your translation should keep the humor, rhythm, and emotional beats of the Spanish text without sounding stilted. Vocabulary must challenge young readers just enough, but still feel natural for the upper-elementary level. Please preserve paragraph breaks, dialogue formatting, and any onomatopoeia, adjusting punctuation to standard English conventions.
Deliverables
• Word or Google Docs file containing the full English translation, laid out in the same order as the source text
• A brief translator’s note (one page max) explaining any cultural substitutions, wordplay solutions, or spots where you felt a contextual footnote was the better choice
I’ll supply all source files upon acceptance and will be available for quick clarifications. Let me know your estimated turnaround time and any questions you may have.