Fiction

This delightful volume introduces young readers to the magic of poetry through the works of three great poets. With masterful verse and whimsical illustrations, this collection is truly one to be treasured.

One day, while playing soccer in the park, a group of children meets a boy who is their age, but seems different. They later discover that Alejandro is developmentally delayed. As they get to know him better, the kids are determined to make Alejandro...

The gardener's son lives a life marked by sadness. But things begin to change when he learns that he will soon have a baby brother. As he anticipates the arrival of the new baby, the boy becomes more optimistic and realizes that he must become more...

Behind the work of the great seventeenth-century Spanish painter Diego Velázquez was a Spanish-born black slave, Juan de Pareja. Juan carefully mixed Velázquez's colors and prepared his canvases. Against the backdrop of a Spain rich with art and power,...

This well-known folk song tells the story of a young nobleman who is called off to war on his wedding night, never to return.

After arguing over who is bravest, a frog and a hound realize that they must learn to cooperate in order to face the ferocious lion with courage.

This story of courage and self-reliance takes place in a barrio in Caracas. The children have no place to play, and ask City Hall to build them a playground in an empty lot. Tired of broken promises and long delays, the children and parents pool their...

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...

A frog goes to the marketplace to buy groceries. Distracted by all the commotion, he forgets to buy what he needs!

A charming fable in rhyme about a mouse that learns a lesson when she snubs a suitor of her own kind, hoping to marry someone more important.

In this warm family story, a little girl tells of all the imaginative things that she and her siblings enjoy doing in their mother's big bed.

This well-known poem by the great Nicaraguan poet Rubén Darío is enhanced by beautiful black-and-white illustrations.

A hungry possum, wishing he could catch some birds to eat, innocently decides to ask the toucan and the trumpet bird where they sleep. When nighttime comes, he tries to catch the birds, but instead falls into a trap.

The tragedy of war deeply affects children. As with adults, it inspires courage in many youngsters. This moving novel depicts a ten-year-old Danish girl who confronts all kinds of adversity when the Nazis threaten her best friend.

Each year on the Night of the Dancing Stars, the Elfix give gifts to all the inhabitants of the galaxy. With the holiday fast approaching, the Spacemice discover that the Elfix have disappeared. Will Geronimo and his crew find them in time?

When Alexander's grandparents come to visit, they give him and each of his brothers a dollar. Initially, Alexander decides to save the money to buy a radio transmitter, but there are so many things a boy can do with a dollar!

When Moncho gets angry, he throws terrible fits. His parents, classmates, and teachers decide to give him a taste of his own medicine. His grandmother helps him see the error of his ways.

Now that he has the Midnight Blade, Jack and his friends search for Thrull and his skeletons. Time is not on their side. They must leave Wakefield, but this will not be a fun road trip. Soon a new threat appears. They must continue at full speed...

This book presents six fun short stories in different formats: rebus, text, and downloadable song for singing. All three ways will help children increase their vocabulary and joy of reading.

Twelve-year-old Jerome is killed by a white police officer who mistakes his toy gun for the real thing. As a ghost, he observes the devastation this has brought to his family and community. Discussion questions are provided at the end of the novel.

A big storm is approaching. Pepe Pom, the apple tree gnome, climbs up high in the branches to warn his friend Alberto, the elderly crow. He ends up inviting Alberto and other animals that live in the tree to wait out the storm in his dry, cozy home.

A toddler shares how he uses his words in real-life situations. Activities that encourage social language are provided at the end of the book.

El Gallinero is one of the slums in Madrid. This book shows readers what life is like for the people that live there. Despite the conditions, the children in this book continue to play, hope, and dream.

In this colorful, small-size, rhyming picture book, Emperor Moctezuma is in a foul mood. What could possibly cheer him up? This book contains a glossary and introduces readers to the ancient Mexican drink called xocoatl.

This beloved song is brought to life with Paula Ortiz's adorable illustrations. The score and lyrics are presented at the end.

Multiple award-winning artist John Parra has written--and illustrated--his debut picture book based on his own life. As he companies his father on his job as a landscape artist, a boy learns how to hone his own artistic skills.

A little girl named Alice and her cat rest under a tree. Alice falls asleep and dreams that she is a cat. When she follows a white mouse, she ends up in Wondermeowland. Children and adults alike will like this furry twist to the classic tale.

Ines brings home two fish that she captures at the beach. Her parents tell her she should return them to the ocean. That night, she has a dream that transports her underwater, where she learns the importance of maintaining that ecosystem and the need...

Elfie is sad because everyone is scared of her no matter what she tries. Will she ever find a friend to play with?

On Backwards Day, Judy manages to stay in a good mood. Can she keep it up all week? Her friends have their doubts. Who is this impostor and what has it done with their cranky pal?

While playing at the beach, two girls remember their faraway homeland. Later that night, they dream about taking a long trip to the country where they were both born.

A group of chicks shares why they love their mommy. Lift-the-flaps are provided throughout the board book to allow small children to take an active part during the story.

When Stink learns that Pluto has flunked out of the Milky Way for being too shrimpy, he feels like he might just explode with a Big Bang. He has no choice but to take a stand for the sake of little planets (and little people) everywhere. Will he be...

Little Lion is so cranky. Her friends try to help, but she won't let them. After a good cry, she realizes the error of her ways.

Little Zebra is kind to all his friends. They return his kindness when he needs it.

When Judy Moody learns in science class that the rain forest is in danger and many animals face extinction she embarks on an ecological campaign. Readers will delight in her desire to save the world.

Adorable illustrations of animals teach children about different feelings, both simple and complex, including expectant, surprised, grossed out, protected, and timid.

Blas is thrilled to get skates for his birthday. He puts them on, goes outside, and learns the hard way that skating is harder than it looks! Will he accept his sister's offer to help him?

This collection of twenty very short stories presents different types of ghosts in a clever, entertaining way. The illustrations add a healthy dose of the macabre to the tales.

There is power in your voice. Use it to help others or just give thanks. We all deserve to be heard.