Cuentos de Apolo portrays the hopes, pleasures, and frustrations of a sensitive black country boy who is anxious to learn about the world around him.

In this gentle and uplifting story of coming to America, young Danilito and his parents leave their Caribbean home for New York City. At first Danilito feels out of place because he can't speak English and has no friends, but things start falling into...

Long ago in ancient Mexico, the sun disappeared. The animals abandoned hope after a desperate search--all except for the brave lizard who would not give up until she brought back light and warmth to everyone.

Head lice are not to be taken lightly, but this book's rhyming text and lively illustrations present the subject in a way that will grab readers' attention. A secondary text in smaller type provides factual information on how lice infestation occurs and...

Stories told from the perspective of a tree will entertain readers as they change so drastically just as the seasons do.

This carefully crafted collection, richly illustrated with exuberant collages, contains 25 songs. Some of the selections are well known, such as Los pollitos and La piñata, and others are more current favorites. Spanish and English lyrics are presented...

Chiguiro and his friends prove that a little bit of dress-up makes play a lot more fun.

A Guajiro shepherd boy who lives secluded from the modern world comes across what he perceives to be a very strange and terrifying creature. It is neither a cow nor a horse and it rolls on the ground without being pushed. Finally, his family reveals that...

After her grandmother dies, a young girl must leave her home in the country and go to the city, where she will struggle to survive along with other homeless children. Remembering her grandmother's advice, she teaches the others how to plant seeds to grow...

In this delightful rhyming tale, no matter how hard a little toad tries, he can't be a cat, so he playfully remains true to his real identity.

A stuffed bear named Corduroy waits patiently and hopefully in a toy department for a loving home. He finds the love he is seeking in the arms of a little girl.

When Alexander Wolf is framed, he seeks justice and tells his own version of The Three Little Pigs. Children will love this amusing rendition of the classic fairy tale.

This vibrantly illustrated bilingual book tells the story of Diego Rivera, one of Mexico's most famous artists. Each page features a colorful miniature of one of Rivera's paintings, with text in both Spanish and English.

Feeling very grown up after helping to make the tamales for Christmas, María decides to put on her mother's lipstick and perfume, and even dares to try on her diamond ring. When the plate is piled high with tamales, María realizes that the ring is...

The life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is presented in this unforgettably stunning book. Re-creations of her artwork, complete with die cuts help readers understand the autobiographical nature of her paintings. A chronology is presented at the end of...

This teacher's guide offers 55 lessons to be used with the phonetic primer La pata Pita.

This Cinderella story is set in Africa and tells of two sisters, spiteful Manyara and considerate Nyasha, and the young king who is searching for a bride. Stunning paintings are full of light and inspiration, and add infinitely to this story in which...

In this sensitive work, the author examines the problems of racism, prejudice, and stereotyping, both today and throughout history. She offers several pages of advice on how to cope with bias incidents.

The authors present a fascinating recreation of history with this illustrated account of the signing of the Constitution. This book is also a valuable reference source, as it contains a synopsis of the Constitution.

In this action-packed, humor-filled book, well-known writer-illustrator P. D. Eastman presents dogs, dogs, and more dogs enjoying every activity imaginable: swimming, driving, climbing trees, playing baseball, and more!

While written with delicate simplicity for children to understand, Martí's talent for description makes Los zapaticos de rosa so vivid, it is as though the scenes were painted with a brush. This captivating book, masterfully illustrated by Lulu Delacre,...

Children will love the hilarious adventures and exploits of everyone’s favorite monkey, Curious George! The engaging full-color illustrations and simple text make this classic perfect for beginning readers.

Through simple text and attractive drawings, Aliki captures the excitement that accompanies a child's discovery of the world through the five senses.

This heartwarming story is adorned with endearing illustrations. It tells the tale of a little bunny’s imaginary game of hide and-seek and the loving, steadfast mother who finds him every time.

This classic book introduces a boy who goes out for a walk with his purple crayon and draws himself some wonderful adventures. The fanciful illustrations will stimulate children’s imaginations and lead them on some creative journeys of their own.

Based on an old folk tale, in which hilarious confusion seems to be the rule, this is the story of a peddler who falls asleep under a tree and, upon waking, finds countless monkeys above him wearing his hats.

Sendak's brilliant illustrations take the reader on a journey through a little boy's vivid imagination. When Max is sent to his room, he dreams of going where the wild things are, living among them, and sharing in their games. He soon 'returns,' longing...

A little boy discovers that if you give a mouse a cookie, he will want a glass of milk, then a straw, and then a mirror to see if he has a milk mustache, and so on. Children will delight in the simple yet captivating story and charming illustrations.

When a hungry moose unexpectedly visits a little boy's home, a lively sequence of events unfolds. There are muffins, but they need jam, and soon it's time to buy ingredients and bake another batch!

Brokenhearted to learn that the boat they worked so hard to build has sunk, several boys come up with an ingenious plan to raise enough money to hire a tugboat and salvage the ship.

Doctor de Soto, a compassionate and clever mouse-dentist, outwits a fox with a toothache—and an appetite.

When Irene's mother can't deliver the ball gown she's made for the duchess, Irene volunteers to get the dress to the palace on time. Irene proves that where there's a will there's a way in this obstacle-filled adventure.

Kidnapping, murder, and jailbreak are just a few of the elements of Winnie Foster's exciting adventure. This is also the story of the Tuck family. After drinking from a magic spring, this amazing family has been doomed to--or blessed with--eternal life...

Full-page illustrations and a simple text are the hallmarks of this educational book that teaches children about the different characteristics of animals in a lighthearted way.

Chrysanthemum takes pride in her name, but she stops liking it after her classmates make fun of it. Things begin to change, however, when she meets her new music teacher, who makes her feel proud of her special name once again.

A little boy expresses his pride at the things he can do on his own, yet recognizes that sometimes he still feels very small.

In Río Piedras, Puerto Rico, during the middle of the last century, a little girl named Vitita and her grandmother helped a runaway slave. This story, based on historical facts and written with Puerto Rican idioms, teaches young readers the fascinating...

In 1992, a baby Beluga whale escaped from a lab in the Black Sea and ended up in a Turkish port. The sailors named him Aydin, Turkish for clarity. With his poetic style, the author recreates the Beluga's journey to freedom.

Readers take a trip to a Mexican market where they can compare, weigh, count, and learn about Mexican culture and customs. From bunches of hanging bananas to braids of garlic, this market is full of fun and surprises. A set of special questions at the...

This Zapotec legend from Oaxaca, Mexico tells the story of a woman so beautiful that the river falls in love with her. While most of the people in the town revere her, others fear her and drive her away. Much to their surprise, the river goes with her,...