Picture Books

Bambú is too timid to corral the sheep with his mother and siblings. His life changes completely when he is adopted by a little boy. They form a strong bond and the dog blossoms under his loving care. This book shows children the sense of loyalty and...

Fiona is very upset after her grandmother dies. With the help of a group of animals and her mother, she discovers that her grandmother is always with her.

In this rhyming story, Timoteo does not like to bathe or tidy up his house. His friends help him learn the importance of being clean.

In this rhyming picture book, Pepito the mouse want his cheese all to himself. He soon learns the importance of sharing and friendship.

It's not fair. Grown ups spends a lot of time in front of computers, cellphones, and tablets. In this book, Martin learns the importance of limiting screen time.

Onsen is the name given to the thermal baths in Japan. This story was inspired by the monkeys that live in the Jigokudani Valley. It shows them enjoying both the warm water and the mountains. The simple text captures their peaceful existence.

Miguel takes Coquí with him everywhere he goes in San Juan. Sadly, he has to leave him behind when he moves with his parents to New York City. Miguel misses his old home and pet terribly, but, after exploring the Big Apple with his mother, he discovers...

It's Carnival time in St. Lucia and Melba cannot wait to go. She misses the bus, but, luckily, friends and neighbors accompany her on a musical trip to the vibrant, colorful celebration. Creole words pepper the Spanish text and information about the...

In the middle of a busy city, a plant begins to grow by a lamp post. Amidst the hustle and bustle, the flowers turn into watermelons. No one seems to notice until one day, a little girl decides to make a car out of the giant fruit. Others soon follow...

Accompany a group of little mice as they go to school. The rhyming text adds musicality to the colorful artwork.

Little Chaski has to deliver a message before the sun sets, but, along the way, he stops to help animals in need. Will he make it on time? This book teaches readers about Incan culture and the Quechua language.

Emma is scared to sleep in a bed by herself and her stuffed animals want to help her. How will they be able to do that when they have their own fears?

In the town of Chewandswallow, food falls from the sky instead of snow and rain. Unfortunately, the weather soon takes a turn for the worse and portion sizes gets so large, the town folk begin to fear for their lives! Children will love the clever...

In this Japanese legend, a woman finds a peach in the river while washing clothes. She brings it home, and, when her husband slices open the fruit, they find a baby inside! The childless couple decides to adopt the boy, who grows up to possess super...

Rizos Blancos is a sheep that cannot sleep. She asks friends and family for advice, but nothing helps until her grandmother comes up with the solution.

Twins Helena and Maria win piggy banks. Their godmother encourages them to save, but only one of the girls follows that advice. This picture book will encourage children to think about their own spending habits.

Moncho loves to draw. One day, in the middle of his drawings, he finds a paper with a black splotch. He asks everyone what it could be. After receiving different interpretations, he comes up with his own and begins to appreciate his work of art.

Based on the author's life, this book embodies the immigrant experience. A mother and her son move to the United States, where they do not speak the language. They feel out of place until they discover the public library, and a whole new world of...

Margot is insecure because she is taller than everyone else. A seashell contest with her cousins help her find the self-confidence she needs. Gerard moves from France to a Spanish-speaking country. Some classmates laugh at his accent and the fact that...

On a beautiful fall day, a little girl keeps asking her mother to say it. As they observe the leaves and animals, the mother jokes with her daughter until she finally utters the heartwarming words the girl was waiting to her.

It's fall and Squirrel finds five delicious nuts. He decided to hide them for later. Come winter, he is surprised to discover what happened to them.

Whenever the little girl in this story visits her grandfather in Cuba, she helps him sell fruit. They sing the names of the items they have to sell throughout the streets of Havana. Margarita Engle shares information about the street vendors in Cuba...

Maxy is a puppy that lives with Clarita and her family in Puerto Rico. One day, he sees everyone boxing things up. That night, Hurricane Maria hits the island. He is terrified, but he survives with his family and learns to overcome his subsequent fear...

Tami is highly praised for always being on time, braking smoothly, and never being distracted. At night, he asks himself questions about nature. One day, instead of passengers, he is asked to transport dried fruit and nuts. Halfway during his trip, a...

While Mama and baby are not doing anything, the doorbell rings. Who could it be? All the relatives come over and want to see the precious child. Readers will be delighted to see that there is another, surprising reason that the family comes to visit.

Once upon a time, there was a king that ate so much pork, he wife warned him he would turn into a pig. Little does he know that would actually happen! This book encourages children to be open to trying different things.

From the author of the popular Narwhal series comes this picture book about Rot, a mutant potato that signs up for a beauty pageant. Does he stand a chance against an adorable little bunny, a cuddly kitten, and a pink jellyfish?

With eight kids and somewhat extravagant parents, the Numerozzis are not your typical family. Readers will have a good laugh as they wach them prepare to leave the house in the morning.

While a surfer is heading to the beach, many people ask him for a ride. They keep piling into his car until everything comes to an explosive stop!

Penguin is sick and tired of so much snow and decides he needs a tropical vacation. When he arrives at the beach, he makes a life-long friend that shows him how to play in a warm climate. Penguin gets to return the favor in this adorable picture book...

Pong is a happy robot. He lives in the country with his best friend Camila. There is only one thing that upsets him: the doctor told him he does not have a heart. Will he ever hear the beating sound he longs for? Could Camila have the solution?

In this rhyming story, Tom Thumb and his siblings find a castle and decide to go inside. When the ogre who lives there sees them, he tells them they are his next meal. They stall him by teaching him about proper hygiene, social distancing, and mask...

A little girl enjoyed a peaceful, happy life until the big catastrophe came and ruined everything. Readers will be quite surprised to realize what, or should I say who, she is referring to?

A girl named Rosa weaves creations from fog that people buy to cover things they do not want to see. One day, she receives a letter from her father that completely changes her outlook and her craft. Children will learn that under the densest of fog,...

Milo believes that one day he will turn into a ferocious wolf. When he learns that he has to train all day to achieve his goal, he worries that he will have to change who he is. His friends help him hone his skills and make him realize that he can...

Told in the first person, this picture book features a young boy who feels lonely and fears being called upon in class because he stutters. His father takes him to the river and makes him realize that he talks like the water, sometimes smoothly other...

Zuri's hair sometimes has a mind of its own, but today she needs a special look. After a few missteps, her father comes up with the perfect style. This book encourages children to express and celebrate themselves.

Don Osito was Salvador Dalí's sister's beloved teddy bear. In this charming picture book, Don Osito shares his memories about the painter, his sister, and their friend Federico García Lorca. Short biographies of these important figures are included at...

You might be scared of the dark, but did you know that the dark is more scared of you? Why do you think it hides all day and only comes out when you are asleep? This endearing picture book offers a wonderful way to allay this common childhood fear.

When a little girl moves, she wonders what her neighbors and new classmates will be like. This picture book captures both her trepidation and hope.