Picture Books

Kathleen Contreras follows up her debut picture book Braids/Trencitas with a loving portrait of family and Mexican culture. In Sweet Memories/Dulces recuerdos, a young boy and his grandfather share memories and their love of paletas, the delicious...

Estela is thrilled when the instructor asks her to participate in the salsa exercise class at the community center. When she returns to dance another day, she is told no children could participate. She takes a lesson from her social studies class and...

The poems in this illustrated book explain emotions, feelings, and physical sensations. It includes verses on love, sadness, sneezing, bedwetting, anger, and nervousness, just to name a few.

Robie Harris has teamed up with two-time Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator Chris Raschka to create an endearing story about a little boy who finds an easy, effective way to overcome his fears.

A young boy named Carlitos shares the joys (and sometimes the aggravations) of life with his older special needs brother Enrique. The book carries a wonder message about acceptance and anti-bullying.

In this award-winning picture book, a little girl named Anabel brings a splash of color to a dreary, sad town thanks to a magical bunch of yarn.

Rocket learns a bunch of new words and decides he should write a story. He finds inspiration and friendship in an unlikely place.

Comedian Michael Ian Black has written a humorous book that shows what a bored little girl does to try and find something to change her mood.

Ana and her family move to the United States from Mexico when she is 8. Ana picks up English quickly, but her mother struggles. Her mother enrolls in night classes and learns how to defend herself in her new language.

Based on the life and humanitarian work of teacher David Lynch, this book is the story of Armando, who collects garbage with his father in a Tijuana dump. One day, a man appears with a blue tarp and sets up a school. Finally the people in the town can...

Lola shares her love of books with her new baby brother. Good thing she has a story for every occasion because babies sure cry a lot!

A little bunny lists all the ways he is different from his relatives, but comes to the conclusion that he is happy being uniquely himself.

It's time for Kika to go to bed. Every time her father reads her one of her favorite fairy tales, she interrupts him. When he gets fed up, Kika comes up with the ideal solution.

In this fanciful poem, everything is backwards. The sky is at your feet and you are born elderly. You play in class and study during recess. Children will love the rhyme and illustrations.

During the Great Depression Lydia was sent to live with her uncle Jim in the city. Through her exchange of letters with her family back home we learn how with enthusiasm, a smile, and her gardening skills she is able to transform the dark apartment...

Olivia is having an identity crisis! There are too many ruffly, sparkly princesses around these days, and Olivia has had quite enough. She needs to stand out! She has to be special! She wants to do more than just fit in! So what will she be? Join Olivia...

In this beautiful tribute to the joy of reading, children will discover that each story begins with the opening of a book. Morris loves to read and is handpicked to take care of a marvelous library. He shares the stories until it’s time for someone...

Officer Buckle's school safety lessons were sure boring until Gloria, the affable police dog, joins him on stage. When he discovers the reason his talks have become so popular, his feeling get hurt. Luckily, both Officer Buckle and Gloria learn the...

No one in the jungle can sleep tonight because Baby Elephant can't stop crying. All the animals try to soothe him, but only one knows what to do.

A rabbit goes out for a walk one day and comes upon a fabulous top hat. He's impressed with his discovery and marvels at his luck. But his surprise will be even greater when he decides to put his paw in the hat and finds...wait and see!

The books that Lola borrows from the library transport her on numerous, fun adventures. Aside from encouraging reading, this story will reinforce the days of the week for small children.

Chac, the God of Rain, warns his young servant Muyal not to go into a secret room, but, of course, he could not resist.

Learn why frogs sing when they want it to rain in this folktale about a wise frog who outwit Yuku, the God of Rain.

Just as Pigeon is about to enjoy the delicious hot dog he found, a clever duckling appears and wants a bite. Which one will enjoy a meal and which one will go hungry?

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...

In this rhyming favorite, all the letters of the alphabet climb up a coconut tree at the same time and you can only guess what happens next!

Caldecott Medal winner and Pura Belpré honoree, David Diaz shines though his illustrated depiction of the Spanish folk song, De colores, that tells a story of unity and strength. Sung all over the Spanish-speaking world, and also the anthem of the United...

In this Venezuelan folk tale, a man who hates the darkness of night finds an ingenious way to locate the light, creating what we now know as the moon and the stars.

Wilfrid lives next door to a home for the elderly. He's friendly with all the tenants, especially Miss Nancy Alison Delacourt Cooper, who has four names just like he does. Wilfrid's parents tell him that Miss Nancy has lost her memory. Once Wilfrid...

A little yellow bird is determined to teach Rocket, the dog how to read. Although reluctant at first, he soon becomes enthralled with the bird's stories and lessons.

Beloved author/illustrator Eric Carle invites all children to find their inner artist and paint the world as they see it. This picture book is filled with red crocodiles, orange elephants, and other color combinations that will inspire all readers to...

This stunning large-format picture book is filled with delightful plays on words as it shows children the reading preferences of different species.

Llama Llama puts on his red pajama but is scared to be away from his mama. In this rhyming story, the little llama gets scared at night when his mother leaves his room, but she soon reassures him she is always close by.

Pets come in different sizes and shapes. Some of them have fur and some have feathers. The favorite pet of the little boy in this book has two legs--sometimes four--and wears a tie.

The bus driver has to leave for a while, and he makes one request to readers: 'Don't let the pigeon drive the bus.' The pigeon is an unflinching and hilarious representation of a child's potential for mischief, and begs, wheedles, and demands a chance...

This endearing picture book about a cat that adopts a baby chick shows children that families come in all shapes and sizes and that we should celebrate what makes us unique.

Malena hates going to swim class because the other kids make fun of her weight. Once the instructor tells her to think positively about herself, her whole outlook changes.

A royal edict is issued -- the prince will not sleep, and experts from across the land are called to help. This amusing tale, told in rhyming couplets, is a great nap-time story for every young prince (or princess).

The little boy in this picture book loves animals big and small. He knows his beloved friends need a clean environment and lots of plants and trees, so he sets out to do something about it.

A sock searches high and low for its 'sister.' While looking for her, it encounters different objects that resemble the missing sock. This is a great tool for teaching children about differences and similarities.