Authentic Literature

Pablo Neruda's poem about a man who captures a star is presented in picture book format.

Reminiscent of Eustaquio Rivera's masterpiece, La vorágine, this exhilarating story relates the adventure of a young boy lost in the indomitable jungle.

Juliana has recurring nightmares with sinking ships and crashing airplanes. Why does she have these dreams? While she tries to figure this out, she is given the news that her family is moving from Colombia to Guatemala, just the same way her...

Anne Frank's life is presented in a novelized, chapter book format. It offers a powerful way of teaching children about the Holocaust.

Marisa has had enough with the Chinki Plonkis, the super popular toys. Since she doesn't have one, her classmates ignore her. During one lonely recess, she discovers a secret society, which she uses to her advantage.

In a book many will identify with, a little boy lists what many might consider his faults: he's messy, goes crazy for French fries, and asks too many questions to name a few. He realizes that no one is perfect, and he accepts himself for the way he is.

In a very poetic way, this book conveys the importance of nature. A girl pictures what it would be like to be a tree, the sea, the rain, and other things. Since she is none of those, she decides to plant seeds that will one day grow and dance to the...

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.

The poems in this book invoke the sights, sounds, and feelings of the different seasons. The illustrations perfectly compliment the verses.

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 upstairs neighbor is driving Maximin'’s mother crazy with her vocal exercises. Not being able to resist their curiosity, Maximino, his grandmother, father, and brother decide to figure out what’s going on above them.

This book explains the myths behind many famous constellations and galaxies. They include The Milky Way, Ursa Major and Ursa Minor, and Cassiopeia.

After his trip to the past, Salvador gets back to his grandfather’s house, but the time machine gets stuck in the year 999 and gets discovered by an unexpected visitor: a Viking named Frida. She accidentally sets the mysterious machine to the end of...

Salvador lives in a small apartment in Buenos Aires. His parents decide to send him to his grandfather's house, who lives close to 200 miles away to a place without internet! One night, he wakes up and realizes his grandfather is not there. Turns out...

Teo loves dinosaurs, especially the T-Rex given to him by his father who he has not seen in a while. Teo has a weak heart that needs 'batteries' like his toys. To fix it, Teo would need to see his dad again even though his mother is against it. Maybe...

Children will love this lyrical, illustrated adaptation of The Little Red Hen. This book comes with a separate workbook with fun activities to test reading comprehension.

The poor inhabitants of Mothville are being terrorized by a horrible giant who won’t let them speak Spanish and a monster with six trunks who wants to steal their water. Good thing they can count on the wise dog Wicket. This book comes with a separate...

During a stormy night, a scared little fox shows up in the middle of the city. He appears to be domesticated. Luckily, he befriends three stray dogs and, together, they all discover the true meaning of freedom. This book comes with a separate workbook...

The five short stories in this book are all connected by the presence of a condor. They transport the reader to a mythical time, and all have important messages. This book comes with a separate workbook with fun activities to test reading comprehension.

A poet composes verses and music inspired by nature and the sound of the birds. Much to his surprise, the birds come and accompany him, turning a tree near his home into the concert tree.

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...

Matias lives by the sea with his grandfather, who makes small model boats. One day Matias notices a change in his grandfather and what appears only as a small mystery turns out to be the beginning of a great adventure.

They say that wormholes are magic passageways to amazing places. Thomas Mole and Little Toribio Mole are about to embark on an unforgettable journey.

After hearing a story about a robin who tries to put out a fire, Mia and her class realize that even though they are small, they can make a difference. This story will inspire readers to act.

This book presents 12 classic Greek myths. They include Atlas, Circe, and Ariadne.

A child shares the important message that all are welcome at school no matter where you come from or what language you speak.

This anthology presents poems by some of Colombia's finest writers of all times, including Rafael Pombo, José Asunción Silva, and Porfirio Barba Jacob. Each selection contains magical elements, making them ideal to fuel readers' imaginations.

Home alone, eleven-year-old Manolo discovers a pair of handcuffs hidden in the house. He decides to try them on, but when he tries to take them off, he realizes he doesn't have the key, and begins to get nervous. Will his parents return and find out that...

This bilingual volume contains autobiographical poems written by Martí during his years of exile and revolutionary struggle. Each poem captures an experience, a feeling or an important moment in the life of this extraordinary man.

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...

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.