Mi Propio Cuartito


Book Description

With the help of her family, a resourceful Mexican American girl realizes her dream of having a space of her own to read and to think.




Rafi and Rosi: Carnival!


Book Description

Two Latin American tree frogs, mischievous Rafi and his younger sister Rosi, enjoy the events of Puerto Rico's Carnival season.




A Shelter in Our Car


Book Description

Since she left Jamaica for America after her father died, Zettie lives in a car with her mother while they both go to school and plan for a real home.




Bears Make Rock Soup


Book Description

A collection of contemporary Native American stories and paintings pays homage to the people, animals, forests, and rivers of the Great Plains. Teacher's Guide available.




Prietita Y la Llorona


Book Description

All her life, Prietita has heard terrifying tales of "la llorona", the legendary ghost of a woman who steals children at night. When she actually encounters the ghost, Prietita discovers a compassionate woman who helps Prietita on her journey of self-discovery. Based on a Mexican legend. Full-color illustrations.




Honoring Our Ancestors


Book Description

Fourteen artists and picture book illustrators present paintings with descriptions of ancestors or other sources of inspiration that have inspired them.




La Frontera


Book Description

Join a young boy and his father on a daring journey from Mexico to Texas to find a new life. They’ll need all the resilience and courage they can muster to safely cross the border − la frontera − and to make a home for themselves in a new land.




Magic Windows


Book Description

In Spanish and English, the author portrays her family's Mexican customs.




Waking Up in Heaven


Book Description

Recounts the story of a young mother who underwent an intense near-death experience after she became unresponsive during a medical emergency, as she discusses the hardships of her past and the impact of the experience on her life.




Uncle Nacho's Hat


Book Description

A folk tale from Nicaragua about a well meaning man who can't figure out how to make changes in his life.