Bilingual Books

Children will enjoy this classic tale in either language. It has been gently adapted for younger readers.

In this traditional Cuban folk tale set in Miami's Little Havana, a very bossy rooster gets his beak dirty on the way to his uncle's wedding. When he demands that his friends clean it and they refuse, he learns an important lesson about asking first. The...

Every day, thousands of farm workers harvested the food that ended up on kitchen tables all over the country. But at the end of the day, when the workers sat down to eat, there were only beans on their tables. Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez teamed up;...

As she strolls through her barrio, a young girl introduces readers to the frozen, fruit-flavored treat that thrills Mexican and Mexican American children. Create a masterpiece, make tough choices (strawberry or coconut?), or cool off on a hot summer's...

Make a cradle for a baby. Use it as a superhero's cape. warm yourself on a cool night. There are so many things you can do with a rebozo. Through the eyes of a young girl, readers are introduced to the traditional shawl found in many Mexican and Mexican...

Spanish and English readers alike will enjoy learning about the traditional Latin American celebration of Día de los Muertos or Day of the Dead. A young girl celebrates her grandfather's spirit by creating an altar and adorning it with his favorite...

This colorful book shows the day in the life of a baby turtle. It is a great choice for any unit on the ocean.

Follow two children as they celebrate their ancestors on this vibrant holiday. They offer marigolds, sugar skulls, and special bread, and make delicious foods. By spreading marigold petals, they guide the dead home to join the festivities. Finally, after...

This beautiful, soothing work describes a young girl's journey of discovery as she experiences the treasures of the ocean through each of her five senses.

Gilbert and Monica live above their grandparents' bakery where the scent of freshly baked bread greets them each morning. This brightly illustrated story depicts the warmth of a special family as they work together to prepare bread for the feast of the...

With simple verse and sun-drenched paintings, this touching book honors the life of farm workers and celebrates the fields and orchards where they work.

This carefully crafted collection, richly illustrated with exuberant collages, contains 25 songs. Some of the selections are well known, such as Los pollitos and La piñata, and others are more current favorites. Spanish and English lyrics are presented...

This beautifully written and illustrated book will inspire children with its artistry, imagination, and spirit. A young girl embarks on a poetic journey through the desert, discovering the many gifts that nature offers.