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It's very important for children to have self-esteem and a positive image of themselves. This uplifting book is filled with affirmations and words of encouragement that will fill readers will pride in themselves.

From the creators of The Questioneers Series comes this rhyming tribute to teachers. It shows how a caring, special second grade teacher made a huge impact on the life of a little girl. She drew her out of her shell and inspired her to become a teacher...

Based on the childhood of Dolores Huerta, this inspirational picture book teaches children the importance of speaking up and helping others. A brief biography of the social activist is provided at the end of the story.

One day, Skeletina hears a strange noise in her house. When she investigates the source, she comes face to face with a girl named Olivia who is losing her teeth. They embark on an amazing journey through the in-between world, and Olivia finds a way to...

Lucia loves to watch the Monarch butterfly migration with her father. This year it will be harder because her father with also be traveling North to work in the fields. He promises her that he will return when the butterflies do. This book contains...

This treasure trove for Dr. Seuss fans contains seven of his beloved books including The Foot Book, The Cat in the Hat Comes Back, and There's a Wocket in My Pocket!

As a boy is about to move into a new home, he talks about meaningful memories with his mother. His dialog appears in blue, and hers appears in red. This will enable young readers to identify who is speaking.

After a young boy gets confused by a map his mother drew him, he starts to imagine all different kinds of maps, including treasure maps, maps of the human body, maps of feelings, and so much more.

This colorful picture book captures parents' hopes and dreams for their children. Full of advice and joy, it celebrates the potential in every girl and boy.

When Benjamin is born, he receives all kinds of gifts. His mother cannot understand why her mother-in-law gives him a pink suitcase. Much to her chagrin, it becomes his favorite possession. It accompanies him through the years to school and beyond. ...

In the deep, deep basement of a tall, very tall house on a dark, very dark street, three skeletons dream about dinosaurs. See what happens when the dinosaurs decide to chase the skeletons!

Breaking news! NASA has chosen Luz Lucero to be the first kid astronaut! This charming bilingual book teaches children about space travel in a fun way.

After a rambunctious dog named Huesos passes away, he takes a journey to the afterlife with Calaca Pascuala. He continues wreaking so much havoc, the skeletons decide to send him back! This funny, rhyming book is an ideal choice for the Day of the Dead.

Before leaving home, a mother fox tells her child not to open the door for anyone. Soon after, Silence knocks. Reluctant at first, the young fox lets him inside. Although apprehensive, the fox learns how to listen to her thoughts and makes an...

After moving from Uruguay, Eva misses her best friend. Letters take forever and phone calls are expensive. Her mother tells her about the magic of tin can telephones. Will she find enough string to make it work?

P.J. Funnybunny does not want to be a bunny anymore. He tries living with a series of different animals, but he soon discovers that being a bunny is the best thing for him.

In this rhyming bilingual book, a girl lists all the rules you must follow when you have a pet flamingo.

Laxmi never noticed the little hairs over her upper lip until her classmates point them out. She wants to know if this is normal. Her parents teach her that hair grows everywhere and that's nothing to be ashamed of.

A fox arrives at school and begins to pick on a little boy. Things get increasingly worse, and the boy begins to get scared. He eventually confides in his mother. This picture book teaches the importance of talking to adults when bullying occurs.

Follow a young boy as he helps everyone in his community.

Every day, Skunk carefully gathers all the ingredients he needs for dinner. Along the way home, he stops to offer a ride to some friends. What could possibly go wrong?

Avocado is confused. Is he a vegetable or a fruit? He visits the different sections of the supermarket looking for answers.

Would you like to meet the most beloved doggie duet singers in the entire world? Mother and daughter Luna and Ranchera were born in the Wild West. Their lives were not always easy. Discover how they overcame hunger and achieved international fame.

Once upon a time, there were two very poor families who shared a house. One rainy day, they invited an elderly lady to come inside. As a thank you, she left them two magic pumpkins. In this uplifting picture book, readers will see how this special...

Berta loves video games. Her older brother Pablo loves talking on his cell phone. Her younger brother Gael loves cartoons. Their father spends hours on his tablet and their mother is always on the computer. One day, their parents decide everyone...

Right before school is about to let out, the teacher announces that two migrants will be joining the class. Two siblings have no idea what that word means. They try to imagine what it could be, and even grow apprehensive about going to school the next...

In this traditional African tale, an elephant loves to play with his eye as if it were a ball. One day, it falls in the water, and he becomes agitated when he cannot locate it. A little girl teaches him that if he stays calm, he will find the solution...

Many people take having a constant water supply for granted. In this book, potable water must be delivered to a town once a week. Those are days when hope and joy flow. A lengthy note by the author will help children understand the importance of...

This is the story of a young girl whose life is suddenly turned upside down. Once bombs start raining down, she flees with her family in rubber rafts. She makes it to the other side of the Mediterranean, but many refugees do not. A poignant note by...

This picture book offers a wonderful way to explain hyperactivity to children. A boy named Javi is frequently getting in trouble at school and at home. Always accompanied by a young titi monkey, he explains how he feels and why he does what he does. ...

Chispa has decided that he is all grown up and wants to work instead of going to school. After his mother and wise Mr. Owl make a few career suggestions, he realizes that school is where he truly wants to be.

Every spring, Otto would run along the path by the wall to pick wild strawberries. One day, he discovers an enormous rock blocking his way. Upset at first and not knowing what to do, he decides to climb it. Once on top, he begins to see his world from...

There is nothing like the bond between grandmother and grandchild. In this touching bilingual book, a young girl wonders what will happen to her grandmother's love when she is not physically with her. She is reassured that she will always feel it.

Whenever the young girl in this story gets to visit her grandmother in Mexico, they love spending time on the rooftop. From up above, they take in the sights below and look at the famous Popocatéptl volcano in the distance.

Meet 10-year-old Max. People call him a special child because he has trouble reading, controlling his emotions, and paying attention. But he knows his imagination and way of looking at things are what make him truly unique.

A mother explains to her child what the color red is in an engaging, lyrical way.

It's time for his school's Spanish spelling test, and Manolo wants to win. He turns to his grandmother for help. While they practice together, he learns that she was not allowed to speak Spanish at school when she was a little girl. After hearing...

Pizza and Taco are great friends. Both are made with delicious ingredients, but who's the best? They decide they will have to put that question to a vote.

While playing in the park, a group of animal friends find an egg. They decide each one should take a turn looking after it. See what happens after the egg hatches.

Pepita is the baby of the family. She feels displaced when her parents have a baby. With a little bit of time and lots of love, Pepita and Bebita become the best of friends.