Books by Donna Barba Higuera

5 books · Ages 3–14

Known for the The Unlikely Aventuras of Ramón and El Cucuy series, Donna Barba Higuera writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 3–14, alongside 3 standalone books, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, self-confidence & identity, curiosity & wonder.

Series

The Unlikely Aventuras of Ramón and El Cucuy
Don't Eat the Birthday Boy!
The Unlikely Aventuras of Ramón and El Cucuy
2 books · Ages 8–12

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Cover of The Yellow Handkerchief
The Yellow Handkerchief
Donna Barba Higuera
Inspired by personal experiences, this moving story follows a young girl's journey from feeling ashamed of her abuela's
Ages 3–7

By Age Range

Ages 0–3
1 books
The Yellow Handkerchief
Ages 4–7
1 books
The Yellow Handkerchief
Ages 8–11
4 books
Alebrijes
The Unlikely Aventuras of Ramón and El Cucuy
Xolo
Ages 12–18
4 books
Alebrijes
The Unlikely Aventuras of Ramón and El Cucuy
Xolo

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceSelf-Confidence & IdentityCuriosity & WonderEmpathy & KindnessMonstersBeing DifferentJustice & FairnessFear & Bravery

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