Luis loves to read, but soon his house in Colombia is so full of books there's barely room for the family. What to do? Then he comes up with the perfect solution--a traveling library! He buys two donkeys--Alfa and Beto--and travels with them throughout the land, bringing books and reading to the children in faraway villages. Beautiful! Complete with an author's note about the real man on whom this story is based.
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Hardcover
Bodega Cat
By Chin, Louie
An ode to New York's iconic feline friend, and the communities they call home.Bodega is a Spanish word for "grocery store," but they are so much more than that. Bodegas are often a community cornerstone, a welcoming neighborhood haven, and in New York, an emblem of the city's cultural diversity. And who knows these treasured institutions better than the cats who run them? (Or at least they think they do!) In Bodega Cat, a cat named Chip takes us through his bustling workday at the Matos family's bodega: from receiving boxes in the morning and the breakfast rush, through counting inventory and making deliveries, to dinnertime with his family, when Papi cooks up some of the best Dominican food in the borough for their friends and neighbors. There is no rest for this busy kitty ... except for when it's time to chase pigeons with his brother Damian, or to take the occasional nap on the potato chip bags.A slice of city life that celebrates the people who give New York its heart.
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9781576879320
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Hardcover
The Boy Who Touched the Stars / El nio que alcanz las estrellas
In this bilingual picture book, astronaut Jos M. Hernndez recounts his childhood as the son of Mexican migrant workers and his life-long dream to travel to the stars.
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9781558858824
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Hardcover
Carmela Full of Wishes
By Peña, Matt De La
In their first collaboration since the Newbery Medal- and Caldecott Honor-winning Last Stop on Market Street, Matt de la Pea and Christian Robinson deliver a poignant and timely new picture book that's sure to be an instant classic.When Carmela wakes up on her birthday, her wish has already come true--she's finally old enough to join her big brother as he does the family errands. Together, they travel through their neighborhood, past the crowded bus stop, the fenced-off repair shop, and the panadera, until they arrive at the Laundromat, where Carmela finds a lone dandelion growing in the pavement. But before she can blow its white fluff away, her brother tells her she has to make a wish. If only she can think of just the right wish to make . . . With lyrical, stirring text and stunning, evocative artwork, Matt de la Pea and Christian Robinson have crafted a moving ode to family, to dreamers, and to finding hope in the most unexpected places.
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9780399549045
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Hardcover
Celebracion!
By Elya, Susan Middleton
It's a sunny day and everyone is headed to the main plaza for the start of the town parade and summer celebration. Follow along the parade route with a family of six as the festivities unfold. There are people riding motorcycles, bicycles, tricycles, and unicycles. Firefighters spray water on hot spectators. Bands of musicians playing clarinetes, saxophones, flautas, trumpets, and more march by. Lemonade, watermelon, tacos, and ice cream are consumed. The corn princess waves as her float goes by. And when a quick rain shower comes, the spectators duck for cover, and are rewarded with a colorful rainbow. Back in the main plaza at night, the festivities end with sparkling fireworks. Pop, pop, pop! Bon, bon, bon!With engaging text and imaginative, whimsical illustrations, Celebracion! is the perfect way to enjoy a summer day--and learn some Spanish too.
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9781620142714
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!
By Orgullo, Marisa
"Hispanic Heritage Month is a holiday in the United States that celebrates Hispanic culture. It gives Latin Americans and their families a special time to remember their roots, and it is also a chance for all Americans to recognize the contributions of Latin Americans. This book goes over the history of the holiday, gives suggestions on how to connect with Hispanic culture, and even highlights well-known Latinos in the United States and their achievements. Readers will love the chance to learn, or be reminded, of the beautiful culture of Latin America in this age-appropriate and engaging book."--Provided by publisher.
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9781538342183
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Class Mom
By Mcnamara, Margaret
In the twentieth installment of the hit Robin Hill School series, Nia volunteers her mama to be in charge of planning a great party for Mrs. Connor's class. Everyone is excited - but Nia's mama doesn't know she's been volunteered! Nia knows her mother is shy about speaking English, and is much more comfortable with her native Spanish. With the party fast approaching, can Nia and her mama pull off a great party for the first-grade class?
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9781416955375
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Cool Salsa
By Carlson, Lori Marie
Growing up Latino in America means speaking two languages, living two lives, learning the rules of two cultures. Cool Salsa celebrates the tones, rhythms, sounds, and experiences of that double life. Here are poems about families and parties, insults and sad memories, hot dogs and mangos, the sweet syllables of Spanish and the snag-toothed traps of English. Here is the glory—and pain—of being Latino American.Latino Americans hail from Cuba and California, Mexico and Michigan, Nicaragua and New York, and editor Lori M. Carlson has made sure to capture all of those accents. With poets such as Sandra Cisneros, Martín Espada, Gary Soto, and Ed Vega, and a very personal introduction by Oscar Hijuelos, this collection encompasses the voices of Latino America.
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9781250016782
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Cultural Contributions from Latin America
By Tyler, Madeline
It may seem ordinary today, but the television is one of the most incredible inventions in human history. The magic of moving pictures began with silent, black-and-white film. It must have been mind-blowing to see color TV for the first time. This unique book introduces readers to incredible innovations from Latin America that have spread across the world, from color TVs to tortillas. Stunning full-color photographs give readers an up-close look at amazing inventions. Fun fact boxes summarize interesting information into bite-sized pieces that even reluctant readers will love. This fascinating book introduces readers to Latin America's inventions, culture, and history in a fun and playful way.
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9781538338292
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Dia de Los Muertos
By Thong, Roseanne
It's Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and children throughout the pueblo, or town, are getting ready to celebrate! They decorate with colored streamers, calaveras, or sugar skulls, and pan de muertos, or bread of the dead. There are altars draped in cloth and covered in marigolds and twinkling candles. Music fills the streets. Join the fun and festivities, learn about a different cultural tradition, and brush up on your Spanish vocabulary, as the town honors their dearly departed in a traditional, time-honored style.
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9780807515662
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The Dragon Slayer
By Hernandez, Jaime
How would a kitchen maid fare against a seven-headed dragon? What happens when a woman marries a mouse? And what can a young man learn from a thousand leaf cutter ants? Famed Love and Rockets creator Jaime Hernandez asks these questions and more as he transforms beloved myths into bold, stunning, and utterly contemporary comics. Guided by the classic works of F. Isabel Campoy and Alma Flor Ada, Hernandez's first book for young readers brings the sights and stories of Latin America to a new generation of graphic-novel fans around the world.
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9781943145287
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Hardcover
Elena's Serenade )
By Juan, Ana
Who ever heard of a girl glassblower? In Mexico, where the sun is called el sol and the moon is called la luna, a little girl called Elena wants to blow into a long pipe...and make bottles appear, like magic. But girls can't be glassblowers. Or can they? Join Elena on her fantastic journey to Monterrey -- home of the great glassblowers! -- in an enchanting story filled with magic realism.
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9780689849084
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Hardcover
Frida
By Winter, Jonah
When her mother was worn out from caring for her five sisters, her father gave her lessons in brushwork and color. When polio kept her bedridden for nine months, drawing saved her from boredom. When a bus accident left her in unimaginable agony, her paintings expressed her pain and depression - and eventually, her joys and her loves. Over and over again, Frida Kahlo turned the challenges of her life into art. Now Jonah Winter and Ana Juan have drawn on both the art and the life to create a playful, insightful tribute to one of the twentieth century's most influential artists. Viva Frida!
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9780590203203
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Frida Kahlo Y Sus Animalitos
By Brown, Monica
Frida Khalo y su Animalitos, written by Monica Brown and illustrated by John Parra, is based on the life of one of the world's most influential painters, Frida Kahlo, and the animals that inspired her art and life. Brown's story recounts Frida's beloved pets - two monkeys, a parrot, three dogs, two turkeys, an eagle, a black cat, and a fawn - and playfully considers how Frida embodied many wonderful characteristics of each animal.
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9780735842922
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A Gift from Abuela
By Ruiz, Cecilia
In her first book for children, Cecilia Ruiz illuminates how things can change - and the importance of holding on to our dearest relationships when they do.The first time Abuela holds Nina, her heart overflows with tenderness. And as Nina grows up, she and Abuela spend plenty of time together. Abuela can't help thinking how much she'd like to give Nina a very special treat, so she saves a little bit of her money every week - a few pesos here, a few pesos there. When the world turns upside down, Abuela's dream of a surprise for Nina seems impossible. Luckily, time spent together - and the love Abuela and Nina have for each other - could turn out to be the very best gift of all. With a soft and subtle hand, author-illustrator Cecilia Ruiz draws from her own history to share a deeply personal tale about remembering what's most important when life starts to get in the way.
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9780763692674
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The Great and Mighty Nikko
By Garza, Xavier
Nikko loves bedtime. That's because his bed turns into a magical wrestling ring for the masked luchadores that he loves. They bounce up and down like crazy. His mom, of course, doesn't believe Nikko. She accuses him of jumping on his bed. But that's just not true at all. She just can't see what Nikko sees. And to prove his point - zoosh! Here comes luchador numero UNO with a golden mask and a silver cape. Oh, wow. Number TWO wears an orange mask with yellow flames. Another looks like a jaguar and he growls! A rooster! A bull with horns! And a dragon that breathes fire! And so it goes until TEN luchadores are jumping on Nikko's bed. That's when the Great and Mighty Nikko puts on his mask, taking on all ten wrestlers at once and defeating them soundly.
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9781935955832
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Hispanic-American Crafts Kids Can Do!
By Robinson, Fay
Gr. 3-5. The title gets it right. These are crafts kids can do, and, more important, will want to do. True, it's quality over quantity. There are only 10 projects, but they span diverse cultures and countries, including past and present groups from Mexico, Panama, and Central and South America. The projects range from god's eyes and Mayan weavings to a Carnival headdress from Brazil. Even projects that look difficult, such as Mexican pottery, are laid out with simple instructions. One of the best features of the book is that kids get to see each project in colorful, step-by-step photographs. Providing fun for families as well as for kids in the classroom, the book concludes with a short bibliography and several Web sites that offer further information about cultures and crafts.
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9780766024595
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I Got a Chicken for My Birthday
By Gehl, Laura
What a birthday girl wants more than anything from her Abuela are tickets to the amusement park. Instead she gets a chicken. But this chicken is no ordinary chicken; it has plans! With a lot of hard work, and help from lots of other animals, this chicken may just end up building the girl the best birthday gift ever!
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9781512431308
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Hardcover
Juan Bobo
By Bernier-grand, Carmen T.
Four funny stories about a young Puerto Rican boy include, "The best way to carry water," "A pig in Sunday clothes," "Do not scratch, do not eat," and "A dime a jug"
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9780060233891
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Kitchen Dance
By Manning, Maurie J.
A little girl wakes in the night to mysterious, inviting noises. She rouses her brother, and they sneak downstairs and peek into the kitchen. To their amazement and delight, their parents are dancing and singing---"?Como te quiero! Oh, how I love you!" ---as they clean up and put food away. Mama and Papa discover the two kids and sweep them into the embrace of a family dance. Slowly, the song changes to a lullaby. . . the children close sleepy eyes. . . then Mama and Papa tuck them into bed again. The story reads like poetry. The art moves from subdued tones to hot tropical colors and back again. And as you turn the pages, you can almost hear the music---changing from a pop ballad to a hot tango to a cozy lullaby. All in all, it's a perfect bedtime book, with a satisfying hugs-and-kisses ending.
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9780618991105
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Latinitas
By Menendez, Juliet
Discover how 40 influential Latinas became the women we celebrate today! In this collection of short biographies from all over Latin America and across the United States, Juliet Menndez explores the first small steps that set the Latinitas off on their journeys. With gorgeous, hand-painted illustrations, Menndez shines a spotlight on the power of childhood dreams.From Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor to singer Selena Quintanilla to NASA's first virtual reality engineer, Evelyn Miralles, this is a book for aspiring artists, scientists, activists, and more. These women followed their dreams -- and just might encourage you to follow yours!The book features Sor Juana Ins de la Cruz, Juana Azurduy de Padilla, Policarpa Salavarrieta, Rosa Pea de Gonzlez, Teresa Carreo, Zelia Nuttall, Antonia Navarro, Matilde Hidalgo, Gabriela Mistral, Juana de Ibarbourou, Pura Belpr, Gumercinda Pez, Frida Kahlo, Julia de Burgos, Chavela Vargas, Alicia Alonso, Victoria Santa Cruz, Claribel Alegra, Celia Cruz, Dolores Huerta, Rita Moreno, Maria Auxiliadora da Silva, Mercedes Sosa, Isabel Allende, Susana Torre, Julia Alvarez, Sandra Cisneros, Sonia Sotomayor, Rigoberta Menchu Tum, Mercedes Doretti, Sonia Pierre, Justa Canaviri, Evelyn Miralles, Selena Quintanilla, Berta Cceres, Serena Aun, Wanda Daz-Merced, Marta Vieira da Silva, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Laurie Hernandez.
A beautiful picture book that tells children that it is okay to be afraid. Who was the mysterious Ti Bolom? Could he be real or was he just one of Grandmas inventions from her Caribbean childhood? Illustrator Caroline Binch and writer Trish Cooke--both acclaimed award winners--come together to tell this magical story of Grandmas rainforest adventure.,
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9781566569804
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Lucia the Luchadora
By Garza, Cynthia Leonor
Luca zips through the playground in her cape just like the boys, but when they tell her "girls can't be superheroes," suddenly she doesn't feel so mighty. That's when her beloved abuela reveals a dazzling secret: Luca comes from a family of luchadoras, the bold and valiant women of the Mexican lucha libre tradition. Cloaked in a flashy new disguise, Luca returns as a recess sensation! But when she's confronted with a case of injustice, Luca must decide if she can stay true to the ways of the luchadora and fight for what is right, even if it means breaking the sacred rule of never revealing the identity behind her mask. A story about courage and cultural legacy, Luca the Luchadora is full of pluck, daring, and heart.
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9781576878279
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Lucia the Luchadora and the Million Masks
By Garza, Cynthia Leonor
Luca the Luchadora named one of the Best Books of 2017 by NPR, Kirkus Reviews, Chicago Public Library and more! Luca's little sister Gemma wants to be a luchadora like her big sister, but she is more bumble and splat than pizzazz and seems to find trouble wherever she goes. When Gemma makes a ginormous hole in Luca's special silver mask, Luca is incredulous and exasperated at how her little sister seems to get away with everything. But Luca's grandmother, Abu, has an idea: a trip to the mercado to get Gemma her very own lucha libre mask. There are so many masks to choose from, and Luca can't resist trying on masks and imagining all the new secret identities she could have if she had endless masks. When Luca realizes she's misplaced her special silver mask, a frantic search ensues with Gemma's help. Luca the Luchadora's big heart is on display again in her latest adventure, where she learns that some things, including trouble making little sisters, are one of a kind.
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9781576878941
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Hardcover
Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match
By Brown, Monica
My name is Marisol McDonald, and I don t match. At least, that s what everyone tells me.Marisol McDonald has flaming red hair and nut-brown skin. Polka dots and stripes are her favorite combination. She prefers peanut butter and jelly burritos in her lunch box. And don t even think of asking her to choose one or the other activity at recess - she ll just be a soccer playing pirate princess, thank you very much. To Marisol McDonald, these seemingly mismatched things make perfect sense together.Unfortunately, they don t always make sense to everyone else. Other people wrinkle their nose in confusion at Marisol - can t she just be one or the other? Try as she might, in a world where everyone tries to put this biracial, Peruvian-Scottish-American girl into a box, Marisol McDonald doesn t match. And that s just fine with her.A mestiza Peruvian American of European, Jewish, and Amerindian heritage, renowned author Monica Brown wrote this lively story to bring her own experience of being mismatched to life. Her buoyant prose is perfectly matched by Sara Palacios engaging acrylic illustrations.
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Hardcover
Marta! Big & Small
By Arena, Jen
Marta is una nia, an ordinary girl . . . with some extraordinary animal friends!As Marta explores the jungle, she knows she's bigger than a bug, smaller than an elephant, and faster than a turtle. But then she meets the snake, who thinks Marta is sabrosa -- tasty, very tasty! But Marta is ingeniosa, a very clever girl, and she outsmarts the snake with hilarious results.With simple Spanish and a glossary at the end, this fun read-aloud picture book, Marta! Big and Small, teaches little ones to identify opposites and animals and learn new words.A School Library Journal Top 10 Latinx Book 2016
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9781626722439
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Hardcover
Maya Papaya and Her Amigos Play Dress-Up
By Elya, Susan Middleton
In this rhyming celebration of playtime, bilingual Maya Papaya welcomes all four seasons with a flair for dress-up and an inclusion of Spanish words in an English narrative. Strong writing, a spunky protagonist, and themes of playtime and the changing seasons lead to a celebration as Maya Papaya plays dress-up and speaks to her toys in English and Spanish. Expert author Susan Middleton Elya is a former Spanish teacher and known for her prolific, award-winning bilingual books for children.
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9781580898034
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Hardcover
Moon Rope/Un lazo a la luna
By Ehlert, Lois
"In what may be her handsomest book yet, a Caldecott Honor winner presents a Peruvian folktale concerning a fox and a mole who try to climb a rope of grass to the moon. . . . Using dramatically large format and backgrounds of brilliant color, Ehlert illustrates the simple story with bold, stylized cutouts--often recalling Peruvian motifs--that are dazzling not only in their daring use of vibrant colors but in the simplicity of their design, masterfully incorporating the text in English and Spanish. Excellent source note; altogether outstanding."--Kirkus Reviews
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9780152553432
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Hardcover
My Colors, My World/Mis colores, mi mundo
By Gonzalez, Maya Christina
The world is filled with bold, beautiful colors, if only you know where to find them. Little Maya finds purple and yellow in the flowers in her garden, red in her swing set, and black in her Papa’s shiny hair. Mud is squishy, cool, and brown. Orange marigolds glow like the sun. Look around you. Where are the colors in your world?My Colors, My World/Mis colores, mi mundo is Maya Christina Gonzalez’s wonder-filled exploration of the colors and textures that make up the everyday environment of a small child. This new board book format of the award-winning story is perfect for tiny hands and was developed with the help of early childhood educators. The simple, streamlined text introduces rich vocabulary words alongside vibrant acrylic illustrations.
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9780892392346
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My Name is Gabito / Me llamo Gabito
By Brown, Monica
Can you imagine a shipwrecked sailor living on air and seaweed for eight days? Can you imagine a trail of yellow butterflies fluttering their wings to songs of love? Once, there was a little boy named Gabito who could. Gabriel Garcia Marquez is perhaps one of the most brilliant writers of our time. He is a tremendous figure, enormously talented, and unabashedly admired. This is his story, lovingly told, for children to enjoy. Using the imagery from his novels, Monica Brown traces the novelists life in this creative nonfiction picture book from his childhood in Colombia to today. This is an inspiring story about an inspiring life, full of imagination and beauty.
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9780873589345
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Hardcover
My Papi Has a Motorcycle
By Quintero, Isabel
A celebration of the love between a father and daughter, and of a vibrant immigrant neighborhood, by an award-winning author and illustrator duo.When Daisy Ramona zooms around her neighborhood with her papi on his motorcycle, she sees the people and places she's always known. She also sees a community that is rapidly changing around her. But as the sun sets purple-blue-gold behind Daisy Ramona and her papi, she knows that the love she feels will always be there.With vivid illustrations and text bursting with heart, My Papi Has a Motorcycle is a young girl's love letter to her hardworking dad and to memories of home that we hold close in the midst of change.
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9780525553410
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Hardcover
The Notebook Keeper
By Briseño, Stephen
Based on true events, this inspiring story follows a mama and her daughter who are denied entry at the U.S. border, and must find the refugee in charge of "the notebook," an unofficial ledger of those waiting to cross into the U.S.Before, the sun drenched the yard. Our neighbor's laughter danced in the streets. Now, the streets are quiet. Papa is gone, and we are no longer safe here. We are leaving, too. In this moving and stunningly-illustrated picture book, Noemi and Mama flee their home in Mexico, and head for the US border. There, they look for "The Notebook Keeper"-- the person in charge of a ledger for those waiting to cross, and they add their names to the book. As the days turn into weeks, and hope dwindles, the little girl looks for kindness around her-- and inside herself.
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9780593307052
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Oh, Brother!
By Grimes, Nikki
It's bad enough that Xavier's new stepbrother, Chris, has moved into Xavier's room, but now it looks like he's also trying to steal Mami by being the perfect kid. Chris's "Mr. Perfect" act may fool grown-ups, but Xavier can see straight through it. He promises himself that he'll never become real brothers with such a fake.No brothers allowed!Ever!. . . right?In twenty powerful poems, two strangers learn to become brothers. Nikki Grimes captures the struggles—and eventual sweetness—of bringing together a family.
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9780688172947
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Hardcover
Operation Rescue Dog
By Gianferrari, Maria
This sweet story about a girl named Alma and a stray dog named Lulu shows how a girl and a dog can rescue each other.Lulu's ears flap in the wind as the rescue truck rolls into the lot. Lulu's tail thumps - Everything smells . . . new. Lulu sleeps under the moon, drinking from mud puddles and is covered in ticks until she is rescued. She waits for the Operation Rescue Dog truck, scared and uncertain. Alma misses her Mami, who is far away in Iraq. Alma wears Mami's scarf around her like a hug. She wonders: Can a dog feel like a hug? In this heartwarming and moving picture book, a lonely child and a lonely dog come together and find warmth, companionship, and love in each other.
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9781499806670
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Hardcover
Pacho Nacho
By Lopez, Silvia
Mama and Papa could not agree on a name for their first baby, and everyone in the family had an opinion. That's how the name Pacho-Nacho-Nico-Tico-Melo-Felo-Kiko-Rico came to be, and Pacho's parents insisted that everyone use his full name. But when Pacho finds himself in trouble, his younger brother, Juan, must quickly find help, which isn't easy when you have to keep saying Pacho-Nacho-Nico-Tico-Melo-Felo-Kiko-Rico. Author Silvia Lopez highlights family values, community connections, and brotherly love in this interactive, energetic, and silly picture book. Pacho Nacho is based on an old Japanese folktale and includes Spanish words and phrases and multicultural settings.
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9781684460984
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Hardcover
A Paintbrush for Paco
By Kyle, Tracey
Meet a little boy named Paco who loves to draw but can't seem to concentrate during school in this picture book that's sprinkled with Spanish words!Paco gazed out at the late-morning sun.He wondered why recess had not yet begun.He wanted to go to el campo and play, and act like a matador shouting "Ol!"Paco loves daydreaming and drawing, but he struggles to concentrate during class. When his profesor takes him to the art room, Paco is amazed by the colorful paints: pink, rosado; purple, morado; fiery orange, anaranjado; and more! Could art be just what Paco needsComplete with an author's note and glossary of Spanish words, this story is a great introduction to Spanish with a strong message about the power of art!
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9781499805444
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Hardcover
A Parrot in the Painting
By Feldman, Thea
Dip a toe, paw, or fin into history with this fact-tastic Level 2 Ready-to-Read, part of a new series all about pets and the people who owned them!The legendary Mexican artist Frida Kahlo had many pets. Among them was a little parrot by the name of Bonito, the Spanish word for "beautiful." Frida painted her monkeys, her dogs, and her deer, but when would she be ready to paint Bonito? Discover the story of Bonito and Frida Kahlo in this fact-filled Level 2 Ready-to-Read.
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9781534422292
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Paperback
Pedro's Monster
By Manushkin, Fran
Pedro is obsessed with monster trucks. He plays with his toy truck, writes about them at school, and even gets to go to a rally with his friends. He simply can't stop thinking about them! But can his love of monster trucks help him stop the monsters in his dreams?
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9781515828211
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Library Binding
Portraits of Hispanic American heroes
By Herrera, Juan Felipe
Twenty Hispanic American artists, scientists, athletes, activists and political leaders are profiled in this stunning book, complete with inspirational quotes.
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9781501912924
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Audiobook on CD
Senor Cat's Romance
By Gonzalez, Lucia M.
Includes the stories of silly Juan Bobo, who challenges a three-legged pot to race him home; Martina, who conducts a zany search for the right husband; and four other popular characters from Latin America.
An instant #1 New York Times bestseller! An instant USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller! The newest picture book from the creators of Iggy Peck, Architect; Rosie Revere, Engineer; and Ada Twist, Scientist stars Sofia Valdez, a community leader who stands up for what she believes in! Every morning, Abuelo walks Sofia to school . . . until one day, when Abuelo hurts his ankle at a local landfill and he can no longer do so. Sofia (aka Sofi) misses her Abuelo and wonders what she can do about the dangerous Mount Trashmore. Then she gets an idea - the town can turn the slimy mess into a park! She brainstorms and plans and finally works up the courage to go to City Hall - only to be told by a clerk that she can't build a park because she's just a kid! Sofia is down but not out, and she sets out to prove what one kid can do.Collect them all! Add these other STEM favorites from #1 New York Times bestselling team Andrea Beaty and David Roberts to your family library today! Rosie Revere, EngineerIggy Peck, Architect Ada Twist, ScientistRosie Revere and the Raucous RivetersAda Twist and the Perilous PantsAda Twist's Big Project Book for Stellar ScientistsIggy Peck's Big Project Book for Amazing ArchitectsRosie Revere's Big Project Book for Bold EngineersQuestioneers Family Calendar
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9781419737046
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Sonia Sotomayor
By Gallagher, Brigid
What makes Sonia Sotomayor extraordinary? Read this book to find out. This title explores her childhood growing up in New York City and her education, including her high-profile time at Princeton. We also follow her road to becoming the first Hispanic Supreme Court justice, including her time at the court of appeals. Read about others perspectives on her, how life has changed for women with Sonias ambitions, and how Sonia has broken boundaries.,
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9781410959461
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The Song of El Coqui and Other Tales of Puerto Rico
By Mohr, Nicholasa
Three Puerto Rican stories include the title story, which represents the land's indigenous Tainos; the tale of la Guinea, which is rooted in the nation's African culture; and la Mula's tale, a story of Spanish origin.
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The Squeaky Door
By Macdonald, Margaret Read
THE SQUEAKY DOOR It's time for bed! Granny tucks Little Boy in tight. She kisses him good night. She turns out the light. And he's not scared! No, not him! But when Granny shuts that door... SQUEEEEAK! How can a granny keep that spooky, squeaky door from scaring her little boy awake at night? Acclaimed storyteller Margaret Read MacDonald spins a humorous bedtime story, perfect for reading aloud, with comical illustrations by Mary Newell DePalma.
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9780060283735
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The Tooth Fairy Meets El Raton Perez
By Lainez, Rene Colato
The Tooth Fairy has some competition. Meet El Ratón Pérez, the charming and adventurous mouse who collects children’s teeth in Spain and Latin America. When both the Tooth Fairy and El Ratón Pérez arrive to claim Miguelito’s tooth, sparks fly under the Mexican-American boy’s pillow. Who will rightfully claim his tooth? This magical tale introduces a legendary Latino character to a new audience and provides a fresh take on the familiar childhood experience of losing one’s tooth.
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Turning Pages
By Sotomayor, Sonia
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor tells her own story for young readers for the very first time!As the first Latina Supreme Court Justice, Sonia Sotomayor has inspired young people around the world to reach for their dreams. But what inspired her? For young Sonia, the answer was books! They were her mirrors, her maps, her friends, and her teachers. They helped her to connect with her family in New York and in Puerto Rico, to deal with her diabetes diagnosis, to cope with her father's death, to uncover the secrets of the world, and to dream of a future for herself in which anything was possible.In Turning Pages, Justice Sotomayor shares that love of books with a new generation of readers, and inspires them to read and puzzle and dream for themselves. Accompanied by Lulu Delacre's vibrant art, this story of the Justice's life shows readers that the world is full of promise and possibility--all they need to do is turn the page.
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VMONOS
By Rodriguez, Patty
Teach your baby about Havana, the capital of Cuba, through illustrations and words that will teach them about the world in English and Spanish. Let's take a trip around the world with VMONOS. In this colorful new series by Lil' Libros, each book celebrates the sights, sounds, and people of a different city both in English and Spanish. Through adventurous illustrations, make a quick trip to Havana on the island of Cuba to play a little game of dominos with the abuelitos. Discover with your children what makes each city fantastic and special. With simple text by Patty Rodriguez and Ariana Stein, and colorful illustrations by Lil' Libros' very own Ana Godinez, each book will have your little ones celebrating the world, fostering empathy, and seeing that there are a million ways to live on this planet! is the co-founder of Lil' Libros, a publisher of bilingual children's books and co-author of more than 15 books celebrating the Latino-American experience in this country.
Biblioburro
By Winter, Jeanette
Luis loves to read, but soon his house in Colombia is so full of books there's barely room for the family. What to do? Then he comes up with the perfect solution--a traveling library! He buys two donkeys--Alfa and Beto--and travels with them throughout the land, bringing books and reading to the children in faraway villages. Beautiful! Complete with an author's note about the real man on whom this story is based.
Bodega Cat
By Chin, Louie
An ode to New York's iconic feline friend, and the communities they call home.Bodega is a Spanish word for "grocery store," but they are so much more than that. Bodegas are often a community cornerstone, a welcoming neighborhood haven, and in New York, an emblem of the city's cultural diversity. And who knows these treasured institutions better than the cats who run them? (Or at least they think they do!) In Bodega Cat, a cat named Chip takes us through his bustling workday at the Matos family's bodega: from receiving boxes in the morning and the breakfast rush, through counting inventory and making deliveries, to dinnertime with his family, when Papi cooks up some of the best Dominican food in the borough for their friends and neighbors. There is no rest for this busy kitty ... except for when it's time to chase pigeons with his brother Damian, or to take the occasional nap on the potato chip bags.A slice of city life that celebrates the people who give New York its heart.
The Boy Who Touched the Stars / El nio que alcanz las estrellas
By Hernández, José M.
In this bilingual picture book, astronaut Jos M. Hernndez recounts his childhood as the son of Mexican migrant workers and his life-long dream to travel to the stars.
Carmela Full of Wishes
By Peña, Matt De La
In their first collaboration since the Newbery Medal- and Caldecott Honor-winning Last Stop on Market Street, Matt de la Pea and Christian Robinson deliver a poignant and timely new picture book that's sure to be an instant classic.When Carmela wakes up on her birthday, her wish has already come true--she's finally old enough to join her big brother as he does the family errands. Together, they travel through their neighborhood, past the crowded bus stop, the fenced-off repair shop, and the panadera, until they arrive at the Laundromat, where Carmela finds a lone dandelion growing in the pavement. But before she can blow its white fluff away, her brother tells her she has to make a wish. If only she can think of just the right wish to make . . . With lyrical, stirring text and stunning, evocative artwork, Matt de la Pea and Christian Robinson have crafted a moving ode to family, to dreamers, and to finding hope in the most unexpected places.
Celebracion!
By Elya, Susan Middleton
It's a sunny day and everyone is headed to the main plaza for the start of the town parade and summer celebration. Follow along the parade route with a family of six as the festivities unfold. There are people riding motorcycles, bicycles, tricycles, and unicycles. Firefighters spray water on hot spectators. Bands of musicians playing clarinetes, saxophones, flautas, trumpets, and more march by. Lemonade, watermelon, tacos, and ice cream are consumed. The corn princess waves as her float goes by. And when a quick rain shower comes, the spectators duck for cover, and are rewarded with a colorful rainbow. Back in the main plaza at night, the festivities end with sparkling fireworks. Pop, pop, pop! Bon, bon, bon!With engaging text and imaginative, whimsical illustrations, Celebracion! is the perfect way to enjoy a summer day--and learn some Spanish too.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!
By Orgullo, Marisa
"Hispanic Heritage Month is a holiday in the United States that celebrates Hispanic culture. It gives Latin Americans and their families a special time to remember their roots, and it is also a chance for all Americans to recognize the contributions of Latin Americans. This book goes over the history of the holiday, gives suggestions on how to connect with Hispanic culture, and even highlights well-known Latinos in the United States and their achievements. Readers will love the chance to learn, or be reminded, of the beautiful culture of Latin America in this age-appropriate and engaging book."--Provided by publisher.
Class Mom
By Mcnamara, Margaret
In the twentieth installment of the hit Robin Hill School series, Nia volunteers her mama to be in charge of planning a great party for Mrs. Connor's class. Everyone is excited - but Nia's mama doesn't know she's been volunteered! Nia knows her mother is shy about speaking English, and is much more comfortable with her native Spanish. With the party fast approaching, can Nia and her mama pull off a great party for the first-grade class?
Cool Salsa
By Carlson, Lori Marie
Growing up Latino in America means speaking two languages, living two lives, learning the rules of two cultures. Cool Salsa celebrates the tones, rhythms, sounds, and experiences of that double life. Here are poems about families and parties, insults and sad memories, hot dogs and mangos, the sweet syllables of Spanish and the snag-toothed traps of English. Here is the glory—and pain—of being Latino American.Latino Americans hail from Cuba and California, Mexico and Michigan, Nicaragua and New York, and editor Lori M. Carlson has made sure to capture all of those accents. With poets such as Sandra Cisneros, Martín Espada, Gary Soto, and Ed Vega, and a very personal introduction by Oscar Hijuelos, this collection encompasses the voices of Latino America.
Cultural Contributions from Latin America
By Tyler, Madeline
It may seem ordinary today, but the television is one of the most incredible inventions in human history. The magic of moving pictures began with silent, black-and-white film. It must have been mind-blowing to see color TV for the first time. This unique book introduces readers to incredible innovations from Latin America that have spread across the world, from color TVs to tortillas. Stunning full-color photographs give readers an up-close look at amazing inventions. Fun fact boxes summarize interesting information into bite-sized pieces that even reluctant readers will love. This fascinating book introduces readers to Latin America's inventions, culture, and history in a fun and playful way.
Dia de Los Muertos
By Thong, Roseanne
It's Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and children throughout the pueblo, or town, are getting ready to celebrate! They decorate with colored streamers, calaveras, or sugar skulls, and pan de muertos, or bread of the dead. There are altars draped in cloth and covered in marigolds and twinkling candles. Music fills the streets. Join the fun and festivities, learn about a different cultural tradition, and brush up on your Spanish vocabulary, as the town honors their dearly departed in a traditional, time-honored style.
The Dragon Slayer
By Hernandez, Jaime
How would a kitchen maid fare against a seven-headed dragon? What happens when a woman marries a mouse? And what can a young man learn from a thousand leaf cutter ants? Famed Love and Rockets creator Jaime Hernandez asks these questions and more as he transforms beloved myths into bold, stunning, and utterly contemporary comics. Guided by the classic works of F. Isabel Campoy and Alma Flor Ada, Hernandez's first book for young readers brings the sights and stories of Latin America to a new generation of graphic-novel fans around the world.
Elena's Serenade )
By Juan, Ana
Who ever heard of a girl glassblower? In Mexico, where the sun is called el sol and the moon is called la luna, a little girl called Elena wants to blow into a long pipe...and make bottles appear, like magic. But girls can't be glassblowers. Or can they? Join Elena on her fantastic journey to Monterrey -- home of the great glassblowers! -- in an enchanting story filled with magic realism.
Frida
By Winter, Jonah
When her mother was worn out from caring for her five sisters, her father gave her lessons in brushwork and color. When polio kept her bedridden for nine months, drawing saved her from boredom. When a bus accident left her in unimaginable agony, her paintings expressed her pain and depression - and eventually, her joys and her loves. Over and over again, Frida Kahlo turned the challenges of her life into art. Now Jonah Winter and Ana Juan have drawn on both the art and the life to create a playful, insightful tribute to one of the twentieth century's most influential artists. Viva Frida!
Frida Kahlo Y Sus Animalitos
By Brown, Monica
Frida Khalo y su Animalitos, written by Monica Brown and illustrated by John Parra, is based on the life of one of the world's most influential painters, Frida Kahlo, and the animals that inspired her art and life. Brown's story recounts Frida's beloved pets - two monkeys, a parrot, three dogs, two turkeys, an eagle, a black cat, and a fawn - and playfully considers how Frida embodied many wonderful characteristics of each animal.
A Gift from Abuela
By Ruiz, Cecilia
In her first book for children, Cecilia Ruiz illuminates how things can change - and the importance of holding on to our dearest relationships when they do.The first time Abuela holds Nina, her heart overflows with tenderness. And as Nina grows up, she and Abuela spend plenty of time together. Abuela can't help thinking how much she'd like to give Nina a very special treat, so she saves a little bit of her money every week - a few pesos here, a few pesos there. When the world turns upside down, Abuela's dream of a surprise for Nina seems impossible. Luckily, time spent together - and the love Abuela and Nina have for each other - could turn out to be the very best gift of all. With a soft and subtle hand, author-illustrator Cecilia Ruiz draws from her own history to share a deeply personal tale about remembering what's most important when life starts to get in the way.
The Great and Mighty Nikko
By Garza, Xavier
Nikko loves bedtime. That's because his bed turns into a magical wrestling ring for the masked luchadores that he loves. They bounce up and down like crazy. His mom, of course, doesn't believe Nikko. She accuses him of jumping on his bed. But that's just not true at all. She just can't see what Nikko sees. And to prove his point - zoosh! Here comes luchador numero UNO with a golden mask and a silver cape. Oh, wow. Number TWO wears an orange mask with yellow flames. Another looks like a jaguar and he growls! A rooster! A bull with horns! And a dragon that breathes fire! And so it goes until TEN luchadores are jumping on Nikko's bed. That's when the Great and Mighty Nikko puts on his mask, taking on all ten wrestlers at once and defeating them soundly.
Hispanic-American Crafts Kids Can Do!
By Robinson, Fay
Gr. 3-5. The title gets it right. These are crafts kids can do, and, more important, will want to do. True, it's quality over quantity. There are only 10 projects, but they span diverse cultures and countries, including past and present groups from Mexico, Panama, and Central and South America. The projects range from god's eyes and Mayan weavings to a Carnival headdress from Brazil. Even projects that look difficult, such as Mexican pottery, are laid out with simple instructions. One of the best features of the book is that kids get to see each project in colorful, step-by-step photographs. Providing fun for families as well as for kids in the classroom, the book concludes with a short bibliography and several Web sites that offer further information about cultures and crafts.
I Got a Chicken for My Birthday
By Gehl, Laura
What a birthday girl wants more than anything from her Abuela are tickets to the amusement park. Instead she gets a chicken. But this chicken is no ordinary chicken; it has plans! With a lot of hard work, and help from lots of other animals, this chicken may just end up building the girl the best birthday gift ever!
Juan Bobo
By Bernier-grand, Carmen T.
Four funny stories about a young Puerto Rican boy include, "The best way to carry water," "A pig in Sunday clothes," "Do not scratch, do not eat," and "A dime a jug"
Kitchen Dance
By Manning, Maurie J.
A little girl wakes in the night to mysterious, inviting noises. She rouses her brother, and they sneak downstairs and peek into the kitchen. To their amazement and delight, their parents are dancing and singing---"?Como te quiero! Oh, how I love you!" ---as they clean up and put food away. Mama and Papa discover the two kids and sweep them into the embrace of a family dance. Slowly, the song changes to a lullaby. . . the children close sleepy eyes. . . then Mama and Papa tuck them into bed again. The story reads like poetry. The art moves from subdued tones to hot tropical colors and back again. And as you turn the pages, you can almost hear the music---changing from a pop ballad to a hot tango to a cozy lullaby. All in all, it's a perfect bedtime book, with a satisfying hugs-and-kisses ending.
Latinitas
By Menendez, Juliet
Discover how 40 influential Latinas became the women we celebrate today! In this collection of short biographies from all over Latin America and across the United States, Juliet Menndez explores the first small steps that set the Latinitas off on their journeys. With gorgeous, hand-painted illustrations, Menndez shines a spotlight on the power of childhood dreams.From Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor to singer Selena Quintanilla to NASA's first virtual reality engineer, Evelyn Miralles, this is a book for aspiring artists, scientists, activists, and more. These women followed their dreams -- and just might encourage you to follow yours!The book features Sor Juana Ins de la Cruz, Juana Azurduy de Padilla, Policarpa Salavarrieta, Rosa Pea de Gonzlez, Teresa Carreo, Zelia Nuttall, Antonia Navarro, Matilde Hidalgo, Gabriela Mistral, Juana de Ibarbourou, Pura Belpr, Gumercinda Pez, Frida Kahlo, Julia de Burgos, Chavela Vargas, Alicia Alonso, Victoria Santa Cruz, Claribel Alegra, Celia Cruz, Dolores Huerta, Rita Moreno, Maria Auxiliadora da Silva, Mercedes Sosa, Isabel Allende, Susana Torre, Julia Alvarez, Sandra Cisneros, Sonia Sotomayor, Rigoberta Menchu Tum, Mercedes Doretti, Sonia Pierre, Justa Canaviri, Evelyn Miralles, Selena Quintanilla, Berta Cceres, Serena Aun, Wanda Daz-Merced, Marta Vieira da Silva, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Laurie Hernandez.
Little Skeletons / Esqueletitos
By Jaramillo, Susie
Little Skeletons/Esqueletitos: Countdown to Midnight is the 5th book from the Canticos collection. 2018 International Latino Book Awards winner for Best Latino Picture Book.This book is based on the song "Los Esqueletos Salen de la Tumba" (The Skeletons Come Out of the Tomb) . With Mexican-inspired black and white hand drawn art, it is a festive Halloween and Day of the Dead celebration. This book has been included in the 2018 Tejas Star Reading List.Children can read the book, sing the song, move the hands of the clock or shut off the lights to watch the little skeletons glow in the dark! Inspired by beautiful calavera art by José Guadalupe Posada, this book is not just for kids. The hand-drawn art make this a great coffee table book for lovers of Mexican art.Canticos animated videos are now streaming across Nickelodeons digital platforms. Watch them now at nickjr.com/canticosConcept: Telling time & counting from one to 12.Format: Novelty book with an accordion fold so the book can be opened completely and laid flat or made to stand so children can surround themselves with the story. Interactive lift-the-flap features. Reversible with the original Spanish song on one side and an English adaptation on the other side. A moveable clock at the start of the book will tempt little fingers to change the time along with the story. Comes in a slipcase. Children can also download the FREE companion app at canticosworld.com/apps/ as well as watch the sing along video at canticosworld.com/videos Book summary: Follow the little skeletons as they go about their surprising and intriguing day while counting down from 1 PM to midnight. About the Series: Canticos is a collection of the most beloved nursery rhymes and childrens songs from all over the Spanish-speaking world. Canticos creates bilingual books, apps, and sing-along videos.
Look Back!
By Cooke, Trish
A beautiful picture book that tells children that it is okay to be afraid. Who was the mysterious Ti Bolom? Could he be real or was he just one of Grandmas inventions from her Caribbean childhood? Illustrator Caroline Binch and writer Trish Cooke--both acclaimed award winners--come together to tell this magical story of Grandmas rainforest adventure.,
Lucia the Luchadora
By Garza, Cynthia Leonor
Luca zips through the playground in her cape just like the boys, but when they tell her "girls can't be superheroes," suddenly she doesn't feel so mighty. That's when her beloved abuela reveals a dazzling secret: Luca comes from a family of luchadoras, the bold and valiant women of the Mexican lucha libre tradition. Cloaked in a flashy new disguise, Luca returns as a recess sensation! But when she's confronted with a case of injustice, Luca must decide if she can stay true to the ways of the luchadora and fight for what is right, even if it means breaking the sacred rule of never revealing the identity behind her mask. A story about courage and cultural legacy, Luca the Luchadora is full of pluck, daring, and heart.
Lucia the Luchadora and the Million Masks
By Garza, Cynthia Leonor
Luca the Luchadora named one of the Best Books of 2017 by NPR, Kirkus Reviews, Chicago Public Library and more! Luca's little sister Gemma wants to be a luchadora like her big sister, but she is more bumble and splat than pizzazz and seems to find trouble wherever she goes. When Gemma makes a ginormous hole in Luca's special silver mask, Luca is incredulous and exasperated at how her little sister seems to get away with everything. But Luca's grandmother, Abu, has an idea: a trip to the mercado to get Gemma her very own lucha libre mask. There are so many masks to choose from, and Luca can't resist trying on masks and imagining all the new secret identities she could have if she had endless masks. When Luca realizes she's misplaced her special silver mask, a frantic search ensues with Gemma's help. Luca the Luchadora's big heart is on display again in her latest adventure, where she learns that some things, including trouble making little sisters, are one of a kind.
Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match
By Brown, Monica
My name is Marisol McDonald, and I don t match. At least, that s what everyone tells me.Marisol McDonald has flaming red hair and nut-brown skin. Polka dots and stripes are her favorite combination. She prefers peanut butter and jelly burritos in her lunch box. And don t even think of asking her to choose one or the other activity at recess - she ll just be a soccer playing pirate princess, thank you very much. To Marisol McDonald, these seemingly mismatched things make perfect sense together.Unfortunately, they don t always make sense to everyone else. Other people wrinkle their nose in confusion at Marisol - can t she just be one or the other? Try as she might, in a world where everyone tries to put this biracial, Peruvian-Scottish-American girl into a box, Marisol McDonald doesn t match. And that s just fine with her.A mestiza Peruvian American of European, Jewish, and Amerindian heritage, renowned author Monica Brown wrote this lively story to bring her own experience of being mismatched to life. Her buoyant prose is perfectly matched by Sara Palacios engaging acrylic illustrations.
Marta! Big & Small
By Arena, Jen
Marta is una nia, an ordinary girl . . . with some extraordinary animal friends!As Marta explores the jungle, she knows she's bigger than a bug, smaller than an elephant, and faster than a turtle. But then she meets the snake, who thinks Marta is sabrosa -- tasty, very tasty! But Marta is ingeniosa, a very clever girl, and she outsmarts the snake with hilarious results.With simple Spanish and a glossary at the end, this fun read-aloud picture book, Marta! Big and Small, teaches little ones to identify opposites and animals and learn new words.A School Library Journal Top 10 Latinx Book 2016
Maya Papaya and Her Amigos Play Dress-Up
By Elya, Susan Middleton
In this rhyming celebration of playtime, bilingual Maya Papaya welcomes all four seasons with a flair for dress-up and an inclusion of Spanish words in an English narrative. Strong writing, a spunky protagonist, and themes of playtime and the changing seasons lead to a celebration as Maya Papaya plays dress-up and speaks to her toys in English and Spanish. Expert author Susan Middleton Elya is a former Spanish teacher and known for her prolific, award-winning bilingual books for children.
Moon Rope/Un lazo a la luna
By Ehlert, Lois
"In what may be her handsomest book yet, a Caldecott Honor winner presents a Peruvian folktale concerning a fox and a mole who try to climb a rope of grass to the moon. . . . Using dramatically large format and backgrounds of brilliant color, Ehlert illustrates the simple story with bold, stylized cutouts--often recalling Peruvian motifs--that are dazzling not only in their daring use of vibrant colors but in the simplicity of their design, masterfully incorporating the text in English and Spanish. Excellent source note; altogether outstanding."--Kirkus Reviews
My Colors, My World/Mis colores, mi mundo
By Gonzalez, Maya Christina
The world is filled with bold, beautiful colors, if only you know where to find them. Little Maya finds purple and yellow in the flowers in her garden, red in her swing set, and black in her Papa’s shiny hair. Mud is squishy, cool, and brown. Orange marigolds glow like the sun. Look around you. Where are the colors in your world?My Colors, My World/Mis colores, mi mundo is Maya Christina Gonzalez’s wonder-filled exploration of the colors and textures that make up the everyday environment of a small child. This new board book format of the award-winning story is perfect for tiny hands and was developed with the help of early childhood educators. The simple, streamlined text introduces rich vocabulary words alongside vibrant acrylic illustrations.
My Name is Gabito / Me llamo Gabito
By Brown, Monica
Can you imagine a shipwrecked sailor living on air and seaweed for eight days? Can you imagine a trail of yellow butterflies fluttering their wings to songs of love? Once, there was a little boy named Gabito who could. Gabriel Garcia Marquez is perhaps one of the most brilliant writers of our time. He is a tremendous figure, enormously talented, and unabashedly admired. This is his story, lovingly told, for children to enjoy. Using the imagery from his novels, Monica Brown traces the novelists life in this creative nonfiction picture book from his childhood in Colombia to today. This is an inspiring story about an inspiring life, full of imagination and beauty.
My Papi Has a Motorcycle
By Quintero, Isabel
A celebration of the love between a father and daughter, and of a vibrant immigrant neighborhood, by an award-winning author and illustrator duo.When Daisy Ramona zooms around her neighborhood with her papi on his motorcycle, she sees the people and places she's always known. She also sees a community that is rapidly changing around her. But as the sun sets purple-blue-gold behind Daisy Ramona and her papi, she knows that the love she feels will always be there.With vivid illustrations and text bursting with heart, My Papi Has a Motorcycle is a young girl's love letter to her hardworking dad and to memories of home that we hold close in the midst of change.
The Notebook Keeper
By Briseño, Stephen
Based on true events, this inspiring story follows a mama and her daughter who are denied entry at the U.S. border, and must find the refugee in charge of "the notebook," an unofficial ledger of those waiting to cross into the U.S.Before, the sun drenched the yard. Our neighbor's laughter danced in the streets. Now, the streets are quiet. Papa is gone, and we are no longer safe here. We are leaving, too. In this moving and stunningly-illustrated picture book, Noemi and Mama flee their home in Mexico, and head for the US border. There, they look for "The Notebook Keeper"-- the person in charge of a ledger for those waiting to cross, and they add their names to the book. As the days turn into weeks, and hope dwindles, the little girl looks for kindness around her-- and inside herself.
Oh, Brother!
By Grimes, Nikki
It's bad enough that Xavier's new stepbrother, Chris, has moved into Xavier's room, but now it looks like he's also trying to steal Mami by being the perfect kid. Chris's "Mr. Perfect" act may fool grown-ups, but Xavier can see straight through it. He promises himself that he'll never become real brothers with such a fake.No brothers allowed!Ever!. . . right?In twenty powerful poems, two strangers learn to become brothers. Nikki Grimes captures the struggles—and eventual sweetness—of bringing together a family.
Operation Rescue Dog
By Gianferrari, Maria
This sweet story about a girl named Alma and a stray dog named Lulu shows how a girl and a dog can rescue each other.Lulu's ears flap in the wind as the rescue truck rolls into the lot. Lulu's tail thumps - Everything smells . . . new. Lulu sleeps under the moon, drinking from mud puddles and is covered in ticks until she is rescued. She waits for the Operation Rescue Dog truck, scared and uncertain. Alma misses her Mami, who is far away in Iraq. Alma wears Mami's scarf around her like a hug. She wonders: Can a dog feel like a hug? In this heartwarming and moving picture book, a lonely child and a lonely dog come together and find warmth, companionship, and love in each other.
Pacho Nacho
By Lopez, Silvia
Mama and Papa could not agree on a name for their first baby, and everyone in the family had an opinion. That's how the name Pacho-Nacho-Nico-Tico-Melo-Felo-Kiko-Rico came to be, and Pacho's parents insisted that everyone use his full name. But when Pacho finds himself in trouble, his younger brother, Juan, must quickly find help, which isn't easy when you have to keep saying Pacho-Nacho-Nico-Tico-Melo-Felo-Kiko-Rico. Author Silvia Lopez highlights family values, community connections, and brotherly love in this interactive, energetic, and silly picture book. Pacho Nacho is based on an old Japanese folktale and includes Spanish words and phrases and multicultural settings.
A Paintbrush for Paco
By Kyle, Tracey
Meet a little boy named Paco who loves to draw but can't seem to concentrate during school in this picture book that's sprinkled with Spanish words!Paco gazed out at the late-morning sun.He wondered why recess had not yet begun.He wanted to go to el campo and play, and act like a matador shouting "Ol!"Paco loves daydreaming and drawing, but he struggles to concentrate during class. When his profesor takes him to the art room, Paco is amazed by the colorful paints: pink, rosado; purple, morado; fiery orange, anaranjado; and more! Could art be just what Paco needsComplete with an author's note and glossary of Spanish words, this story is a great introduction to Spanish with a strong message about the power of art!
A Parrot in the Painting
By Feldman, Thea
Dip a toe, paw, or fin into history with this fact-tastic Level 2 Ready-to-Read, part of a new series all about pets and the people who owned them!The legendary Mexican artist Frida Kahlo had many pets. Among them was a little parrot by the name of Bonito, the Spanish word for "beautiful." Frida painted her monkeys, her dogs, and her deer, but when would she be ready to paint Bonito? Discover the story of Bonito and Frida Kahlo in this fact-filled Level 2 Ready-to-Read.
Pedro's Monster
By Manushkin, Fran
Pedro is obsessed with monster trucks. He plays with his toy truck, writes about them at school, and even gets to go to a rally with his friends. He simply can't stop thinking about them! But can his love of monster trucks help him stop the monsters in his dreams?
Portraits of Hispanic American heroes
By Herrera, Juan Felipe
Twenty Hispanic American artists, scientists, athletes, activists and political leaders are profiled in this stunning book, complete with inspirational quotes.
Senor Cat's Romance
By Gonzalez, Lucia M.
Includes the stories of silly Juan Bobo, who challenges a three-legged pot to race him home; Martina, who conducts a zany search for the right husband; and four other popular characters from Latin America.
Separate Is Never Equal
By Tonatiuh, Duncan
Seven years before Brown v. Board of Education, the Mendez family fought to end segregation in California schools. Discover their incredible story in this picture book from award-winning creator Duncan TonatiuhA Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor Book and Robert F. Sibert Honor Book! When her family moved to the town of Westminster, California, young Sylvia Mendez was excited about enrolling in her neighborhood school. But she and her brothers were turned away and told they had to attend the Mexican school instead. Sylvia could not understand why - she was an American citizen who spoke perfect English. Why were the children of Mexican families forced to attend a separate school? Unable to get a satisfactory answer from the school board, the Mendez family decided to take matters into its own hands and organize a lawsuit. In the end, the Mendez familys efforts helped bring an end to segregated schooling in California in 1947, seven years before the landmark Supreme Court ruling in Brown v. Board of Education ended segregation in schools across America. Using his signature illustration style and incorporating his interviews with Sylvia Mendez, as well as information from court files and news accounts, award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh tells the inspiring story of the Mendez familys fight for justice and equality.
Sofia Valdez, Future Prez
By Beaty, Andrea
An instant #1 New York Times bestseller! An instant USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller! The newest picture book from the creators of Iggy Peck, Architect; Rosie Revere, Engineer; and Ada Twist, Scientist stars Sofia Valdez, a community leader who stands up for what she believes in! Every morning, Abuelo walks Sofia to school . . . until one day, when Abuelo hurts his ankle at a local landfill and he can no longer do so. Sofia (aka Sofi) misses her Abuelo and wonders what she can do about the dangerous Mount Trashmore. Then she gets an idea - the town can turn the slimy mess into a park! She brainstorms and plans and finally works up the courage to go to City Hall - only to be told by a clerk that she can't build a park because she's just a kid! Sofia is down but not out, and she sets out to prove what one kid can do.Collect them all! Add these other STEM favorites from #1 New York Times bestselling team Andrea Beaty and David Roberts to your family library today! Rosie Revere, EngineerIggy Peck, Architect Ada Twist, ScientistRosie Revere and the Raucous RivetersAda Twist and the Perilous PantsAda Twist's Big Project Book for Stellar ScientistsIggy Peck's Big Project Book for Amazing ArchitectsRosie Revere's Big Project Book for Bold EngineersQuestioneers Family Calendar
Sonia Sotomayor
By Gallagher, Brigid
What makes Sonia Sotomayor extraordinary? Read this book to find out. This title explores her childhood growing up in New York City and her education, including her high-profile time at Princeton. We also follow her road to becoming the first Hispanic Supreme Court justice, including her time at the court of appeals. Read about others perspectives on her, how life has changed for women with Sonias ambitions, and how Sonia has broken boundaries.,
The Song of El Coqui and Other Tales of Puerto Rico
By Mohr, Nicholasa
Three Puerto Rican stories include the title story, which represents the land's indigenous Tainos; the tale of la Guinea, which is rooted in the nation's African culture; and la Mula's tale, a story of Spanish origin.
The Squeaky Door
By Macdonald, Margaret Read
THE SQUEAKY DOOR It's time for bed! Granny tucks Little Boy in tight. She kisses him good night. She turns out the light. And he's not scared! No, not him! But when Granny shuts that door... SQUEEEEAK! How can a granny keep that spooky, squeaky door from scaring her little boy awake at night? Acclaimed storyteller Margaret Read MacDonald spins a humorous bedtime story, perfect for reading aloud, with comical illustrations by Mary Newell DePalma.
The Tooth Fairy Meets El Raton Perez
By Lainez, Rene Colato
The Tooth Fairy has some competition. Meet El Ratón Pérez, the charming and adventurous mouse who collects children’s teeth in Spain and Latin America. When both the Tooth Fairy and El Ratón Pérez arrive to claim Miguelito’s tooth, sparks fly under the Mexican-American boy’s pillow. Who will rightfully claim his tooth? This magical tale introduces a legendary Latino character to a new audience and provides a fresh take on the familiar childhood experience of losing one’s tooth.
Turning Pages
By Sotomayor, Sonia
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor tells her own story for young readers for the very first time!As the first Latina Supreme Court Justice, Sonia Sotomayor has inspired young people around the world to reach for their dreams. But what inspired her? For young Sonia, the answer was books! They were her mirrors, her maps, her friends, and her teachers. They helped her to connect with her family in New York and in Puerto Rico, to deal with her diabetes diagnosis, to cope with her father's death, to uncover the secrets of the world, and to dream of a future for herself in which anything was possible.In Turning Pages, Justice Sotomayor shares that love of books with a new generation of readers, and inspires them to read and puzzle and dream for themselves. Accompanied by Lulu Delacre's vibrant art, this story of the Justice's life shows readers that the world is full of promise and possibility--all they need to do is turn the page.
VMONOS
By Rodriguez, Patty
Teach your baby about Havana, the capital of Cuba, through illustrations and words that will teach them about the world in English and Spanish. Let's take a trip around the world with VMONOS. In this colorful new series by Lil' Libros, each book celebrates the sights, sounds, and people of a different city both in English and Spanish. Through adventurous illustrations, make a quick trip to Havana on the island of Cuba to play a little game of dominos with the abuelitos. Discover with your children what makes each city fantastic and special. With simple text by Patty Rodriguez and Ariana Stein, and colorful illustrations by Lil' Libros' very own Ana Godinez, each book will have your little ones celebrating the world, fostering empathy, and seeing that there are a million ways to live on this planet! is the co-founder of Lil' Libros, a publisher of bilingual children's books and co-author of more than 15 books celebrating the Latino-American experience in this country.