Authentic Literature

A chicken named Clementina takes a trip underwater in a submarine to search for treasure. In this rhyming picture book, along the way, she meets all sorts of marine animals and cleans up the ocean. Readers will be delighted to discover the treasure she...

A doodle that lives in a pencil point is shy and has low self-esteem because he is not perfect like a circle or a square. The pencil helps him realize how special he is and tells him he can be anything he wants to be.

A giant crab, buzzing mosquitoes, and a hungry group of rabbits are just a few of the animals and insects featured in this delightful collection of poems.

Little Flea wonders why fleas don't fly and decides to climb onto a sleeping cat to think it over. When ideas fly...maybe even fleas can, too.

Coco is a small crocodile who does not like brushing his teeth. His mother comes up with a way to scare him into changing his ways. This book teaches children the importance of dental hygiene in a fun way.

In this thought-provoking picture book, a child named Nai tries to figure out how to get over a wall to follow a recently befriended grasshopper. It offers a wonderful way to discuss physical, ideological, and societal barriers with young kids.

Everyone says there is a ghost on Cortegada Island, but no one is willing to find out for sure. One day, Maruxa decides to see for herself. Do you dare accompany her to learn what she discovered on the island?

The young girl in this story dreams of dancing in the clouds. As time goes on, her small town grows bigger and neighbors from all over build houses under hers. One morning, the clouds appear to invite her to dance. Will she be happy in the sky or...

This illustrated selection of poems introduces young children to the late, great Spanish author Federico García Lorca. A brief biography of the writer is presented at the end.

Nuna wakes up feeling confused and uneasy. She decides to visit the Color Monster, who is now a Doctor of Emotions, to find out what’s wrong. With his special medical bag, he teaches her how to regulate her feelings. At the end of this picture book,...

This book presents one of the fundamental legends of the Incan civilization. It tells the story of how the Sun sent two children to Earth to create the city of Cusco and teach the inhabitants to speak, farm, cook, among other things.

Africa is the smallest elephant in her family. Since she has been sad the last couple of days, her friend suggests building her a hot air balloon for her to explore beyond the jungle. She discovers a world of colors that fills her with joy.

Why isn't Olimpia playing with the other children during recess? A concerned teacher finds out the reason and decides to teach everyone an important lesson on friendship.

A purple panda and a multi-colored zebra realize they can be friends even though they are very different. They teach readers that we should celebrate what makes us unique and accept everyone.

Sofia and Lucas tell their father that they want a baby whale. When they find an injured baby whale, they think their dream has come true. After curing its broken fin, the children realize the importance of returning the whale to the ocean.

Agapito thinks he is the most handsome animal in the pond. Believing that he is really a prince, he goes in search of a princess who will kiss him. He has no idea that he is about to meet some powerful, self-assured young women, who teach him some...

On a cold winter day, a little ant finds refuge in a white bear. More than shelter, the ant is really looking for company and a friend. The last two pages contain an English translation of the text.

Have you ever heard of a monster being thrown out of a child's room because the child is no longer scared of him? That is what happens in this picture book. The monster wanders the city, not sure what to do. After a while, he decides to return and...

The first time Abuela held Niña, her heart was filled with love. They spend a lot of time together. Abuela decides to start saving money to buy Niña a special gift. After the peso is changed in Mexico and years go by, Abuela's dream surprise becomes...

Alex's family, friends, and teachers are tired of him always saying he doesn't know, he can't, and he doesn't get it. During an excursion to the mountains, his father says just the right thing to boost Alex's self-esteem.

Abel is a boy with ADHD who lives with his grandparents. With the help of a new teacher, he discovers the beauty in differences.

Have you ever thought about what would happen if all the trash that you threw out came back to live with you? That is what happens to Fredo. After many attempts to get rid of it, he realizes the importance of the three R's.

Mama Rabbit has seven children who do not like carrots. When she announces that she is heading to the market to buy some carrots for dinner, her children enlist their neighbor’s help. Will they be successful in changing their mother’s menu?

When a box arrives, Alina thinks it's her new bicycle, but it turns out to be a refrigerator. Extremely disappointed at first, she puts her imagination and the empty carton to good, fun use.

Pepino moves to the country because he cannot sleep with all the city noises. On his first night, the sound of the wind keeps him up. His neighbor comes up with a series of solutions to help him sleep. Will they have the desired effect?

A mother is asked to describe the color yellow. Her answer is poetic and thought-provoking.

Explore the color orange with all of your senses.

Every morning, Roke the rooster wakes up the entire valley. Peka the hen decides she wants to learn how to sing. Undeterred by hearing that hens cannot sing, she takes voice lessons and proves everybody wrong.

Bug doesn't know what kind of insect he is. He asks the others for advice and ideas. He soon discovers his true calling.

Alma Sofia Esperanza José Pura Candela thinks her name is way too long. When her father explains the history behind each part, she realizes her name is actually perfect for her.

Coralina is convinced nothing she does turns out right. She especially does not like the gift she made for Ogre's birthday. The forest animals suggest she try a little magic. Could that do the trick?

Alina plants a tree and everything changes. This award-winning picture book teaches children about nature, numbers, and, most importantly, that small actions can bring about huge results.

The new mansion in town is hiring, and Clemente is sure he will get a job, especially when he sees all the weird candidates on the line. Believing himself to be the most normal, he is shocked when he gets turned down. He later learns that appearances...

A boy named Felix loses his favorite scarf in the park. Little does he know how many animals will find a use for it. This cumulative story teaches children that love always stays with us.

Petra, the rock, is so tiny; no one takes notice of her. She longs to be big, but all the animals just laugh at her. Her friends tell her not to give up. It turns out that Petra is not a stone; she is a seed. With time, her dream comes true, and...

Lusa is a vain hairball that cannot understand why no one seems to want her around. Undeterred, she sets out to find herself a friend.

When Daniel gets home from school, he tells his mother that his friend Vedika does not celebrate Christmas. She explains that other religions have different holidays and traditions. The next day, he tells his teacher that he wants the class to...

A plastic bottle dreams of adventure as it sits on a supermarket shelf. Once it ends up in a cart, it is convinced its wish has come true. After a brief stint in the fridge and the recycling bin, it ends up having the time of its life. This book...

This picture book helps explain the water cycle to young children. Follow a drop of water from its formation to the time it becomes rain that falls into the rivers and lakes.

Marina gets extremely angry when she does not get her way. After throwing a really big fit, she temporarily turns into a monkey! She learns the error of her ways after a trip to the zoo does not go as planned.