Fiction

Narciso the elephant has performed the same peanut act in the circus 1,825 times and he can't do it anymore. He plots his escape, but things do not go according to plan.

Award-winning author Matt de la Peña poetically tells readers that all children are filled with endless possibilities. They will be inspired to try to achieve all their dreams.

Based on the author's life, this is the story of a mother who has to return to her native Mexico because she had come into the United States illegally. Her daughter writes letters to everyone because her voice has power. She will do it until someone...

While looking in her closet for her misplaced favorite shoes, Juno Valentine falls into a room filled with shoes owned by incredible women. She decides to try a few on and gets whisked on amazing adventures to the lives of the owners, including...

In this adaptation of the classic folktale, a wolf goes to a hen's house to make stone soup. The hen, along with the other animals, ends up providing ingredients for a delicious vegetable soup. The large format makes it ideal for reading with groups.

The Hole has always been in the school yard and the kids love playing there. The adults worry that the children will get hurt and decide to make it off limits. Undeterred, the students find an even better spot to play.

This picture book conveys the power of food and memory. As the grandchildren grow up and get to eat at the adult table, their grandmother's international dishes transport them to faraway lands. Information about each dish is provided at the end.

The notebook keeper is a volunteer who writes down the names of people who want to cross the border at San Ysidro, Mexico. As Noemi and her mother wait for their number to be called, the girl discovers kindness in herself and others.

Someone has stolen Ona's tooth and she won't have anything to leave for the Mouse Perez! She asks Hugo for help and together with a lightning bug and the Mouse Perez, the trio sets out to find out who took it.

Elena loves to hear the coqui frogs sing as she sits under the mango tree in her yard. When Hurricane Maria hits Puerto Rico, it destroys everything the little girl loves. She fears for her home and community and is worried that she no longer hears the...

Wouldn't it be great to have someone to help you out when you're bored, get in trouble for talking in class or when your parents won't let you eat snacks while watching TV? If so, just say Superfriend three times out loud. Just be a little careful what...

This rhyming book captures a little boy's Halloween excitement from choosing his costume to going trick or treating.

Dulce is going to turn seven. She goes to the store with her mother and sister to pick out the perfect pinata. It will be difficult to decide what yummy candy they should put inside.

When a friend's mother asks young Marta what she wants to be when she grows up, she doesn't know how to answer. Should she choose to be a surgeon like her mom, a chef like her dad, a scientist like cousin? Her parents reassure her, letting her know she...

One day while walking in the forest, a young bear finds a scrap of an old letter. He is so curious about its mysterious marks that he searches for their source--a cabin in the woods. There he meets a young woman and is mesmerized by the sound of her...

Winter is coming. Mary's husband tells her to hurry. She chops wood, makes food, seals the drafts, and so much more. Readers will love seeing what she does when she reaches sheer exhaustion.

In the in-between world, the living can mix with the dead. Visitors can confront their fears or visit a newly departed loved one. Skeletina will be your guide. The artwork is perfect for the Day of the Dead and all year round!

In this fun-filled book about farm animals and the sounds they make, the main characters are a cow that oinks and a pig that moos. They ignore the taunts of the other animals, and teach each other the sounds they know to become the only bilingual animals...

This anthology of poetry features dual-language text and reflects the many different faces of the Mexican culture, both past and present. Readers will savor the sounds and bask in the colorful scenes as the author and illustrator share a Mexico they know...

This bilingual poem invites everyone to a celebration of great food and friends. Under the desert moon, music is played, stories are told, and delicious food is served. The colorful illustrations of lizards, armadillos, birds, and fish complement the...

Three animal friends prepare pumpkin soup every night. The cat chops the pumpkin, the squirrel stirs the soup, and the duck adds the salt. Everyone is happy, until the duck decides he wants to stir the soup for a change. Warmly illustrated, this story...

A mosquito annoyed the iguana, who frightened the python, who scared the rabbit...and now the whole jungle is in an uproar because the sun won't rise. The animals discuss the situation and decide to punish the mosquito. Even today, whenever we hear a...

This brilliantly illustrated, amusing tale of the Mallard family on the move has won the hearts of generations of readers, and is a favorite of millions of children and adults alike. Mrs. Mallard and her ducklings have been commemorated by a group of...

In this heartwarming sequel, Corduroy wants a pocket for his overalls. Surprisingly, he decides that the laundromat is the ideal place to find one!

This classic picture book poignantly captures, in both words and images, the joy a little boy experiences one snowy winter day.

Gerald McDermott's version of the Pueblo Native American tale is strikingly illustrated with bold, warm colors and unique geometric figures in the style of Southwestern Native American art.

Grace loves stories and imagines herself in all kinds of roles. When she is offered the leading role in Peter Pan, her classmates try to discourage her because they can't envision a black girl playing the part. With the support of her mother and...

A young boy roams happily through the city one warm summer day, practicing his whistle. He wants to be able to whistle for his dog, Willie, and at last, he succeeds!

Alexander faces the challenge of his family's move with his typical indomitable spirit. He does not want to leave his best friend, his babysitter, the Baldwins' dog, or his friends at the cleaners. Alexander needs to cope with the move in his own way,...

This lovely story, taken from The House on Mango Street, comes to life in the rich, colorful illustrations of this picture book. With beautiful, simple prose, the author evokes feelings of familial love and tenderness, as she describes the look and scent...

Mother has just finished baking cookies for her two children when the doorbell rings. Who can it be? With every ring of the doorbell, the two children learn more about division and sharing.

Margaret speaks only English, while Margarita speaks only Spanish. When they meet at the park, they become friends and teach each other how to speak their languages. This delightful bilingual book is ideal for children who are learning either language.

This classic French tale tells the story of three weary soldiers on their way home from war. While passing through a town, the hungry men ask for something to eat. When the selfish villagers hide all their food, the soldiers find a clever way to get a...

Despite the introduction of the new gas and diesel-engine machines, Mike Mulligan remains loyal to his dear steam shovel, Mary Anne. This beloved story has delighted generations of readers with its spirit, drama, and surprising, uplifting ending.

Luis loves to read, but soon his house in Colombia is so full of books there's barely room for the family. He decides to start a traveling library! He buys two donkeys and travels with them throughout the land, bringing books to the children in faraway...

Tired of hopping and jumping, Betsy the frog watches leaves float down from the trees and is inspired to leap and whirl.

With illustrations as bright and cheerful as the sun's rays, this lovely book depicts the simple joy of a father and son as they work together in their vegetable garden. Children will be fascinated by the cycle of planting as they watch the vegetables...

Exuberant illustrations and simple text combine in this wonderful backyard adventure as a sneaky cat tries to catch tasty birds for lunch. This clever and beautiful book is an ideal introduction to bird watching.

A little boy's walk becomes a parade of friendly animals as he encounters a black cat, a chestnut horse, a red cow, a green duck, a yellow dog, and a pink pig. The simple text identifies each animal and its color.

This enchanting book tells the story of a little boy who believes in Santa Claus, although his friends say that he does not exist. Because of his faith, he is taken on a magical journey to the North Pole aboard the Polar Express, where he is given a very...