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On his first day as the new kid in school, shy Yefferson's name is consistently mispronounced to his discomfort and embarrassment. With his family's support, Yefferson finds the courage to stand up for himself and his namesake. Yefferson, Actually is wonderful new picture book to embrace in the pantheon of classic Back to School stories. Follow sweet and unassuming Yefferson - proudly pronounced with the sound the Y makes in Spanish, not the J in English - as learns to overcome what is a common, but often undiscussed hurdle for all shy kids entering a new school year: correctly teaching people how to say your name correctly. In a picture book market that too often doesn't highlight Latinx boys as the main characters of their own stories, Yefferson stands up and stands out for his kindness, gentleness, and strength when he treats others how he wants to be treated. Perfect for lovers of King of Kindergarten and Alma and How She Got Her Name, Yefferson, Actually is the debut picture book for both authors and the illustrator, and the first book in a new series centered on Yefferson and his friends' adventures. This back-to-school book is the perfect addition for your little one's at-home library, as it will motivate them to stand up for themselves and realize that their familial roots came from growing seeds of pride and history.

Best friends can be found anywhere...even behind the closet or under the bed? Yes! Inspired by the fantastical and delightful childhood stories told in interviews by Guillermo del Toro, Kid del Toro follows young Guillermo as he defies his Abuela to stay up late to read monster stories and unexpectedly meets his very first best friend.Kid del Toro is the exciting debut picture book by animators CHOGRIN and Pakoto, a sweet and fantastical tale inspired by the visionary Guillermo del Toro's childhood love of Monsters. Parents will rave about this book because it'll encourage their little one to be fearless (especially with things that go bump in the night) and to stand tall for themselves even in times of darkness.Inspired by Guillermo del Toro's childhood, a young boy learns to love and accept the fantastical monsters that visit him at nighttime.This is an independently authored and published account of a childhood experience of Guillermo del Toro as heard through public interviews, and no affiliation with or endorsement by Mr. Del Toro is claimed or implied.

Pass it on! A precocious young girl learns how quickly a story can spread--and change--when her playful secret is told and then retold throughout her hometown. All she has to do is stand back and fall into fits of giggles as the story changes once again. No one's guessed her secret right just yet!Perfect for lovers of mischievous characters we can't help but love and root for, Carlota teaches her neighborhood and readers alike the joy of letting people tell on themselves when they repeat stories they were told were secrets.Parents will adore this heartwarming read as they discover that even the tallest of tales can interconnect one another, encouraging little ones to be imaginative storytellers.

Count the days left until Dia de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead. La Catrina, dressed in her traditional clothes, will introduce little ones to numbers and their first English and Spanish words. Your child will count flores on the altar, pan dulce on a platter, and the rows of calaveras. This book is perfect for parents to guide their little ones through the numbers in both English and Spanish, as well as introduce them to the basics of Day of the Dead traditions and festivities through counting!

La Catrina, the beloved figure of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), introduces little ones to colors and their first English and Spanish words. Gather marigold flowers--cempasúchil, drink coffe--atole café, and light a rainbow of candles to welcome our dearly departed back home! Alebrijes (Mexican folk art), sugar skulls, and papel cortado (decorative tissue paper) are all examples of the bright colors found in Day of the Dead festivities and in this captivating colors primer!

Introduce your little readers to Tegucigalpa, the ever-growing capital of Honduras. Your little ones will discover the hidden gems - secret parks, hilly terrains, and stone steps - and feel like they're on top of the world at El Picacho. They will bear witness to the natural phenomenon of the lluvia de peces, visit the national park of La Tigra, and dig into the country's beloved platter of anafre! Parents will want to get their hands on these travel books to engage their little ones in the beauty of exploring new cultures and countries without ever necessarily leaving the comfort of their homes and just using their imagination!

Plié, tendu, pirouette! Evelyn Cisneros, the first Mexican-American prima ballerina in the United States, takes center stage in her iconic tutu and satin ballet slippers. Despite growing up shy, this ballerina managed to overcome her anxiety and fall in love with the beautiful art of ballet. She'll dance her way through years at the beloved, renowned San Francisco Ballet. Your little one will have the same conviction as Evelyn! Parents will find this biography book on Evelyn Cisneros inspirational to their little one dreaming of using dance as an outlet and as a tool to stand tall!

Introduce your little readers to Santo Domingo, the stunning capital of the Dominican Republic. Children will start their journey on the Teleférico; afterward, they will learn to tell time using the Reloj del Sol at the plazoleta, study the lush gardens of the Santo Domingo Greenbelt, dance to the beat at the Merengue Festival, and taste the delicious platters of cangrejo guisado and sancocho. Parents will want to get their hands on these travel books to engage their little ones in the beauty of exploring new cultures and countries without ever necessarily leaving the comfort of their homes and just using their imagination!

Bring new life into the Zodiac by teaching your little ones about themselves and the iconic and vibrant Day of the Dead symbol, La Catrina.Inspired by the reigning queen of Día de Muertos, La Catrina, this astrological book will explore the twelve beloved Zodiac signs. Your little one will learn about the wonderful personality traits associated with each of astrological signs and along the way discover the affirmations that make them who they are!Exciting debut board book by a new talent, Mariana Galvez. Perfect for lovers of Coco and astrology memes alike, Astrology Calaveras combines the heart and beauty of the Day of the Dead with the sweetness of the Dear Astrology series and the playfulness of the A Little Zodiac Book series.This board book is perfect for parents eager to introduce their children to the astrological universe we receive our Zodiacs from, while teaching them about an evergrowing Latin American holiday, Day of the Dead, led by the iconic Catrina, who remembers people for who they were through the altars and ofrendas left behind.

Introduce your little readers to Antigua, a city in Guatemala that is famous for its ethereal natural beauty and beautifully preserved architecture. Founded in the early sixteenth century, this city is surrounded by lush forested hills and active volcanoes that create a stunning panorama.

Introduce your little readers to Panama City, the capital of Panama, home to gorgeous beaches and its famous canal. Children will travel through a bustling city with modern and historical architecture.

"Si, Se Puede! Yes, it can be done!" is the famous rallying cry of Dolores Huerta, a leading voice in the rights of migrant farmworkers. Originally a teacher, and later a community leader, she believed in her cause so much that she co-founded the labor union United Farm Workers of America. Inspire your little ones to believe in themselves and become leaders, just like Dolores!

Back and better than ever! Lil' Loteria Volume II continues the fun with the sequel to Lil' Libros' best-selling First Words series inspired by the classic game. Enjoy ten more bilingual words to encourage kids to use their motor skills for memory, matching, and vocabulary!

Introduce little ones to the life of legendary soccer player, Pelé, in both English and Spanish! Born October 23, 1940 in Brazil, Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known as Pelé, is widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time.

Bombo loves tortas. Bombo never forgets to pack his tortas for lunch. But when he accidentally drops one of his tortas in a bucket full of radioactive goo while on a school field trip, the only person that can save the city from doom is Bombo himself! What is a torta? A torta is the ultimate sandwich made with a baguette-style bread called bolillo. You can have a chicken torta, steak torta, cuban torta, or the classic one with ham. Whichever way you have it, you will agree it is the best sandwich west of the Mississippi!

Let's take a trip around the world with VÁMONOS. In this colorful new series by Lil' Libros, each book celebrates the sights, sounds, and people of a different city both in English and Spanish. Through charming illustrations, you and your child will travel to San Salvador, the capital of El Salvador, and hike up to nature's giant, the Boquerón volcano. Discover with your children what makes each city fantastic and special.

Let's take a trip around the world with VÁMONOS. In this colorful new series by Lil' Libros, each book celebrates the sights, sounds, and people of a different city both in English and Spanish. Through adventurous illustrations, make a quick trip to Havana on the island of Cuba to play a little game of dominos with the abuelitos. Discover with your children what makes each city fantastic and special.

Take a trip around our solar system with Ellen Ochoa, the first Latina in the world to travel into space. This book introduces little ones to the sun, moon, and planets with simple facts in English and Spanish. The Solar System with/El Sistema Solar con Ellen is a wonderful bilingual board book that celebrates the contributions of an incredible trailblazer while introducing little ones to our solar system.

Introduce little ones to the life of legendary Ritchie Valens in both English and Spanish! Born May 13, 1941, Richard Steven Valenzuela, better known as Ritchie Valens, was a Mexican-American singer, songwriter, and guitarist. His musical journey began in Pacoima, California, at age 5, when his father encouraged him to take up guitar. In high school, he made his performing debut with his band, the Silhouettes. At age 17, Ritchie recorded his final record, which included the songs "Donna" and "La Bamba." That record went on to sell over one million copies. To this day, Ritchie's music continues to live in the hearts of many!

Continue your little one's bilingual journey with First 100 Words in English and Spanish. This book introduces your child to 100 essential first words and pictures in both English and Spanish. Your child will know that avocado in Spanish is aguacate, butterfly is mariposa, and that a soccer ball is pelota de futbol. Made out of tough board, First 100 Words in English and Spanish is perfect for even the toughest little hands!

Let's celebrate the night when the Three Wise Men following the star to Bethlehem arrived with treasured gifts for Baby Jesus. Melchior, Caspar, and Balthazar brought with them gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Gold represented Baby Jesus' royal standing, frankincense his divine birth, and myrrh his mortality. Inspired by their magical journey, this book introduces little ones to beautiful bright colors and their first English and Spanish words. Your child will travel with pink camels through the high desert, and follow the many estrellas amarillas to their destination.

Eva Peron's legacy has inspired many around the world. Better known as Evita, her story started in a small town in Argentina and continued as she used her position as First Lady to fight for women and the working class. This book will teach little ones opposite couplings and their first English and Spanish words, while introducing them to the life of an extraordinary woman. Your child will learn that the opposite of atras is enfrente with the help of Evita's tango and that a sunny Buenos Aires is just as beautiful as a rainy one.

As a leading figure during the Mexican revolution, Emiliano Zapata was an extraordinary man who fought for the less fortunate. This book introduces little ones to colors and their first English and Spanish words. Ride a caballo blanco (white horse), wear a brown sombrero (hat), and walk the green pastures where Zapata once rode.

Born on April 16, 1971 in Lake Jackson, Texas, Selena Quintanilla was destined to be a star. Her career started at a young age when she became the lead singer in her family's band, Selena y Los Dinos.

Inspired by one of the world's most iconic comedians, Mario Moreno (better known as the inquisitive Cantinflas), this book will take little ones around the world while introducing them to their first English and Spanish words. Travel with the curious Cantinflas through Los Estados Unidos by train, through France on a hot air balloon, and through magical Brazil.

Inspired by one of the most recognized symbols of Dia De los Muertos (Day of the Dead), this book introduces little ones to emotional expressions and their first English and Spanish words--and teaches them to recognize feelings like emocionado (excited), triste (sad), and confiado (confident).

"Born in 1925 in Havana, Cuba, Celia Cruz has become one of the most popular singers in the world. Her career started at a young age, when she began entering singing contests and winning pastelitos for her efforts! Celia and her husband later moved to New York, where they became friends with other performers such as Tito Puente. As her popularity soared, Celia became known as the "Queen of Salsa." To this day, her magnificent music continues to be sugar to our ears!"--Page 4 of cover.

Inspired by one of the most beloved nursery rhymes in Latin America, "Un Elefante se Balanceaba," is a traditional children's song in Spanish that has one verse repeated over and over again, while increasing the number by one each time it is sung. This book introduces little ones to counting in English and Spanish.