Picture Books

Jairo Aníbal Niño has written a unique collection of poems and short stories designed to help children deal with any fear or anxiety they feel about medicine and going to the doctor.

This is the story of a lame duck and a blind hen who go on a journey to fulfill their life-long dreams. Along the way, they overcome fears and obstacles and develop an incredible friendship.

This book contains indigenous myths about the jaguar and an informational section about different aspects of Colombia's geography, incredible biodiversity, sports, music, literature, and more. It includes an easy-to-make recipe, an Afro-Colombian nursery...

This volume book Argentina opens with the folktale El Coquena, followed by an informational section that covers the different aspects of the Jujuy and Salta regions, Argentina's geography, fauna, sports, music, andmore. It includes an easy-to-make...

This book about Puerto Rico opens with the folktale El huerto de los viejitos, followed by an informational section that covers the different aspects of Puerto Rico's geography, agriculture, fauna, sports, and more.It includes an easy-to-make recipe,...

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...

Miguel Vicente, a shoeshine boy who lives in a Caracas slum, dreams of traveling to faraway places. When he is given a book about Marco Polo, it sparks his imagination and he joins his brother--a truck driver--on a journey through Venezuela.

Told in two voices, this is the story of Socorro and her brother Paquito, who live in Spain during the Spanish Civil War. At risk because her father is on the side of the Republic, the family must flee and are able to start a new life in Venezuela.

When Princess Morita reaches the age to marry, all the noblemen and princes try to win her hand with lavish gifts. The court minstrel, who falls madly in love with her, realizes she is not interested in riches and woos her with the simplest, most...

Based on the author's childhood, young Trisha is devastated when she finds out that her class at her new school is known as 'The Junkyard.' Her teacher and classmates help her realize that everyone has unique talents and they are all wonders.

Tucky Jo was just 15 when he enlisted in the army during World War II. A young girl helps him adjust and the two form a strong bond even though she does not speak English. Based on a true story, the two are reunited years later in this touching picture...

The five stories in this book are based on the lives of extraordinary women from different time periods and places. Each one has fought to make the world a better place. They include Harriet Tubman, Gaura Devi, and Mujeres Creando from Bolivia. Brief...

This award-winning book of poetry pays homage to the strong women who are at the heart of their families.,

Based on the classic story by Tolstoy, this illustrated book shows readers the dangers of greed. It also introduces children to Russian culture.

The myths and legends in this book come from Mexico, Chile, Nicaragua, Peru, and Argentina, providing wonderful insight into the beliefs of the early people of Latin America.

When the author's great-grandmother--a Jewish immigrant from Russia--came to the United States, she brought her babushka and dress to remind her of her country. Her mother made a quilt out of them, along with something from each member of the family...

Jessie, a young woman from a poor village in Eastern Europe, is surprised when she is chosen by the town's Rabbi to travel to America. Profoundly sad at the prospect of leaving behind her grandmother, Jessie makes the voyage across the sea to start a new...

Passed down from generation to generation, this deeply moving true story tells of two young soldiers--one white and one black--brought together during the American Civil War. Together they struggled to survive, but were ultimately 'wrenched apart' at the...