PreK-8

Ana has received a very odd invitation to a birthday party, signed by a 'black hand, with red cap.' Will Manu be able to solve this mystery? Who invited him to this 'party?' Children will be entertained as Manu and his friends go on a mad hunt to solve...

Alberto spends a lot of time home alone. His parents constantly tell him he must work hard in order to be able to afford the luxuries he's used to. Alberto soon discovers his parents have been hiding a huge secret from him--they're superheroes and lead...

Olivia takes her discerning eye for style to beautiful Venice on a family vacation that involves dodging pigeons in the Piazza San Marco, gorging on gelato, and barely staying afloat in a gondola.

How do plants grow from a seed? Discover another one of nature's miracles as a grandfather explains to his granddaughter what makes a seed grow into a beautiful flower and how insects also play an important role.

How can a butterfly come from a caterpillar? Follow the life cycle that starts with an egg, turns to a caterpillar, then to a cocoon, and finally to a beautiful butterfly.

One rainy day prompts two children to question where raindrops come from. Join them as they discover the different stages of the water cycle.

How can a tadpole turn into a frog? Discover another one of nature's miracles as this book illustrates the life cycle of frogs, starting from eggs and tadpoles.

Although having a pot tied to him makes Lorenzo a loving, charming, artistic young boy, not being able to rid himself of this extra appendage causes him much grief. He constantly gets stuck in places, people stare at him, and he has to try and think...

Every Sunday, like clockwork, this young girl receives a phone call from her father, which she's grown to look forward to. He lives far away -- on the other side of the ocean -- and they haven't seen each other in over a year. On this particular day,...

Kuplink, kuplank, kuplunk go the blueberries into the pail of a little girl named Sal who--try as she might--just can't seem to pick as fast as she eats. Robert McCloskey's classic is a magical tale of the irrepressible curiosity--not to mention...

Mother has prepared a tortilla for her hungry children to eat. One problem--the tortilla refuses to be someone's dinner. Children will be amused at how the tortilla dodges its enemies in this hysterical take on the story of the Gingerbread Boy.

The folktale of Cucarachita Martina and Ratoncito Pérez, found in many countries throughout the Hispanic world, will amuse readers with its bright illustrations. As an added bonus, children will learn the cumulative nature of chains of events.

This beautifully illustrated poem voices the excitement of Three Kings' Day from a child's perspective. Each verse explores the emotions, traditions, delicacies, and activities of a holiday that is widely celebrated throughout the Spanish-speaking world.

This rhyming board book introduces children to the sounds instruments make.

Have you ever tried to imagine what it's like to be a bug? When Eloísa moves to a new city, she feels like she doesn't fit in. In her new life, 'bugs' are synonymous to everything that's new and different. Readers will see Eloísa as a frightened and...

Can you sniff out a good mystery? Use your sense of smell and help Cassandra and Max-Ernst in book one of the Secret Series.

Follow the adventures of two children as they dodge a mosquito's buzzing through the jungle and lush landscape.

Another beloved installment in the best-selling series. Let's face it: Greg Heffley will never change his wimpy ways. Somebody just needs to explain that to Greg's father. You see, Frank Heffley actually thinks he can get his son to toughen up, and he...

A brand new IF YOU GIVE... book starring Cat for the very first time! Like its predecessors, the story bubbles with cascading if... then silliness: a girl's granting of a cupcake, for example, leads to a request for sprinkles, which causes a mess;...

Judy's Christmas list is really long, but, surprisingly, her brother Stink only wants one thing--snow! There is one little problem: the last time it snowed in Virginia over Christmas was 100 years ago. Stink remains hopeful and his enthusiasm is...

Set in Africa, this is the story of a girl who sets off to visit a friend with a basket filled with fruit and ends up with a big surprise.

Growing up in a small village in Kenya, Wangari is accustomed to being surrounded by lush green lands. Wangari leaves Kenya, and upon her return, is alarmed at the rapid deforestation taking over her small village. She begins planting trees and...

In a snowy forest, a hungry rabbit spots a lone apple high up on a tree in the dead of winter. Realizing it's too high for him to reach, he calls upon his other fuzzy friends for help. Beautiful illustrations make this wonderful story of sharing and...

This lively novel by acclaimed author Pam Muñoz Ryan combines biography and magical realism. It is about the early life of Chilean writer Pablo Neruda.

Fourteen children in this book all want to be President of the United States and they discuss their finest qualities just like candidates. It is a wonderful introduction to the electoral process.

Being the new student at school is never easy--even more so if you're new to the country and community. On her birthday Yoon's mother gives her a very special jade bracelet, and in efforts to make new friends, Yoon let's a mean-spirited girl borrow it...

Young readers will truly enjoy submerging themselves in one of Homer's ancient Greek epic poems which centers on the Greek hero Ulysses and his 10-year journey home following the fall of Troy. Retold in simple prose with accompanying illustrations, this...

A clever rabbit devises a way to save itself from being a hungry fox's meal.

Easy-to-follow text, photographs, and illustrations combine to create a unique biography of Barack Obama for children. It shows his struggles and how he found his calling in public service, highlighting his historic path from community organizer to...

Travel through the Milky Way and discover how the Universe was formed. You will encounter dark matter, black holes, and much more.

This informative book teaches readers about the world's most popular pets. One half is devoted to cats (their behavior, their hunting skills, how they care for their young, etc.). Flip the book over, and the same information is provided for dogs.

During his school vacation, Felipe helps out his father in the pharmacy and meets the creepy customers ranging from werewolves to witches!

Don Pingüino wakes up one morning determined to do something about the air pollution. He travels to the Pampas where, along with the other animals, determines the cause and takes action.

From her window, Ana sees a train go by daily, never stopping because there's no station close by. One amazing day, the train stops in front of her house and she's invited in. She soon discovers that this isn't just any old train, but a magical one that...

This easy-to-read biography on Thomas Jefferson serves as a wonderful introduction to the Revolutionary War and the Declaration of Independence.

This picturesque Spanish novel has now been meticulously adapted for a younger audience. Children will read of Lazarillo's life and his various occupations. This genius and fresh adaptation will allow children to gain an understanding of this classic and...

In this well-known Cuban bolero, a little girl carves her name in a tree trunk. The tree, both hurt and moved, gives her a flower, but wonders if she will forget him. The lyrics, combined with the creative illustrations, convey the depth of emotions...

This uplifting story is about a boy whose garden becomes a beautiful gathering place amid the ruins of a war-torn village. Told in an age-appropriate manner, it is an easy and universally appealing read, and can be used as a gentle starting point to...

In this poetic story, masterfully illustrated by Hans Christian Andersen-award winning artist Robert Ingpen, a little girl thinks of her homeland as she crosses the rough ocean toward and new life and liberty. It's a wonderful testament to imagination...

Álvaro's grandfather tries to hunt elephants; Beatriz's neighbor has a dog that buys groceries and cooks for his owners. Readers will surely enjoy reading the imaginative adventures that Rodrigo, Noemí, Beatriz, Álvaro, and the rest of the gang conjure...