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Angels Ride Bikes and Other Fall Poems / Los ángeles andan en bicicleta y otros poemas de otoño
Francisco X. Alarcon
Angels ride bicycles through the streets of Los Angeles in this bilingual collection of poems celebrating the simple, sp
Ages 6–10
Yum! ¡MmMm! ¡Que Rico!
Pat Mora
Celebrate the origins of your favorite foods through playful haiku and cultural history. Perfect for curious eaters disc
Ages 4–9
Photographic: The Life of Graciela Iturbide
Isabel Quintero
Powerful black and white images tell the story of a Mexicana photography icon who captured the soul of different culture
Ages 12–18
The Kite
written and ill. by Luis Garay
For the child learning that some things are worth waiting for, this story follows a boy who works hard to earn something
Ages 5–9
Imposter Syndrome and Other Confessions of Alejandra Kim
Patricia Park
Caught between her elite Manhattan school and her Queens neighborhood, Alejandra Kim searches for where she truly belong
Ages 14–18
Small Room, Big Dreams: The Journey of Julián and Joaquin Castro
Monica Brown
For the child who needs to see how big dreams can grow from small beginnings. This inspiring biography shows how family
Ages 4–8
Journey for Peace: The Story of Rigoberta Menchu
Marlene Targ Brill
Nobel Prize winner Rigoberta Menchu risked everything to advocate for the Mayan people and promote nonviolence across Me
Ages 9–12
Abuelo
Arthur Dorros
For the child facing a big move or a new environment, this story offers the steadying strength of a grandfather's wisdom
Ages 4–8
The Only Road #2
The Crossroads
Alexandra Diaz
Jaime and his cousin Angela leave Guatemala for a new life in the United States, learning a new language and finding the
Ages 8–12
Abuela #1
Abuela
Arthur Dorros
Rosalba and her grandmother soar high above New York City on a magical, imaginary flight over docks, parks, and skyscrap
Ages 4–8
Danza!
Duncan Tonatiuh
A talented ballerina blends classical steps with the folkloric traditions of her Mexican heritage to create a vibrant ne
Ages 6–10
Icy Watermelon
Mary Sue Galindo
An American Hispanic family spends a warm evening together, sharing stories and cool fruit in this bilingual celebration
Ages 4–8
¡Vamos! #1
¡Vamos! Let's Go to the Market
Raúl the Third
Little Lobo and his dog Bernabé pile their wagon high with goods for a bustling trip through the vibrant stalls of the l
Ages 4–8
Sugar Cane: A Caribbean Rapunzel
Patricia Storace
Sugar Cane lives high in a tower under a sorceress's watch in this lushly illustrated Caribbean reimagining of the class
Ages 5–9
A Land of Books: Dreams of Young Mexihcah Word Painters
Duncan Tonatiuh
Centuries of history, science, and ritual come to life through the intricate painted codices and artistic traditions of
Ages 4–9
Sonrisas for Baby #1
Sonrisas for Baby
Jen Arena
Celebrate the joy of community and connection with this sweet board book that introduces first Spanish words through a b
Ages 0–3
How Iwariwa the Cayman Learned to Share
George Crespo
The animals of the Amazon rainforest hatch a clever plan to trick Iwariwa the cayman into finally sharing the fire he us
Ages 5–9
Our Neighborhood
Mr. Santizo's Tasty Treats!
Alice K. Flanagan
Step inside a neighborhood bakery to see how Mr. Santizo crafts traditional Guatemalan breads and cakes in this vibrant
Ages 5–8
Time Villains #1
Time Villains
Victor Piñeiro
A magic table brings the pirate Blackbeard into the modern world, forcing Javi and his friends to stop a historical take
Ages 8–12
The Science of History
Science of Machu Picchu
Golriz Golkar
The ancient Inca built a citadel high in the mountains of Peru; see how they used early science to construct it and how
Ages 8–12
Putting Makeup on the Fat Boy
Bil Wright
Carlos Duarte fights for his dream career at a makeup counter while navigating a difficult home life and a secret crush
Ages 14–18
Face Relations: Eleven Stories About Seeing Beyond Color
Marilyn Singer
Eleven distinct voices explore the complexities of race, identity, and the moments that challenge how we see one another
Ages 12–18
Song of the Swallows, The
Leo Politi
For the child learning to appreciate the rhythmic beauty of nature and the comfort of enduring traditions through a quie
Ages 4–8
Step Up To the Plate, Maria Singh
Uma Krishnaswami
Maria Singh works to find her voice and a sense of belonging in a multicultural world while balancing her love for the g
Ages 8–12
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