Dancing Hands

Submitted by Jon S. on Mon, 2023-12-18 10:43

By the time Teresa Carreño was six years old, her family fled a revolution in Venezuela and emigrated to New York City. By the time she was eight years old, she was a piano prodigy, composing her own music and even playing for the president of the United States–Abraham Lincoln! In this picture book biography, Rafael López’s exquisite art contrasts the struggle of two countries at war and the grief of a mourning father with the colorful beauty Teresa’s music plays, bringing comfort to the heartbroken. 2020 award winner. Recommended for ages 4–8.

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Dancing Hands
Dancing Hands

Margarita Engle
(Juvenile Nonfiction - 780.92 Carreno Eng)

By the time Teresa Carreño was six years old, her family fled a revolution in Venezuela and emigrated to New York City. By the time she was eight years old, she was a piano prodigy, composing her own music and even playing for the president of the United States–Abraham Lincoln! In this picture book biography, Rafael López’s exquisite art contrasts the struggle of two countries at war and the grief of a mourning father with the colorful beauty Teresa’s music plays, bringing comfort to the heartbroken. 2020 award winner. Recommended for ages 4–8.
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Viva Frida

Submitted by Jon S. on Mon, 2023-12-18 10:42

Frida Kahlo’s life is conveyed in sparse language and mixed media photography in this highly unique bilingual biography. Kahlo plays and dreams and creates, which makes her artwork as much of a part of her as life itself. Not only a beautiful portrait of an artist, this book is a love letter to the artist that lives within every child. 2015 award winner. Recommended for ages 4–8.

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Viva Frida
Viva Frida

Yuyi Morales
(Juvenile Nonfiction - 750.92 Kahlo Mor)

Frida Kahlo’s life is conveyed in sparse language and mixed media photography in this highly unique bilingual biography. Kahlo plays and dreams and creates, which makes her artwork as much of a part of her as life itself. Not only a beautiful portrait of an artist, this book is a love letter to the artist that lives within every child. 2015 award winner. Recommended for ages 4–8.
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La Princesa and the Pea

Submitted by Jon S. on Mon, 2023-12-18 10:41

In this retelling of the classic fairy tale, a prince falls in love with a beautiful maiden, but his madre insists on challenging the girl with an impossible test before they can marry. The text features rhyming couplets and simple Spanish words that complete with a glossary. The illustrated textiles are inspired by authentic weaving and embroidery of Indigenous people of Peru. 2018 award winner. Recommended for ages 4–8.

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La Princesa and the Pea
La Princesa and the Pea

Susan Middleton Elya
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Ely)

In this retelling of the classic fairy tale, a prince falls in love with a beautiful maiden, but his madre insists on challenging the girl with an impossible test before they can marry. The text features rhyming couplets and simple Spanish words that complete with a glossary. The illustrated textiles are inspired by authentic weaving and embroidery of Indigenous people of Peru. 2018 award winner. Recommended for ages 4–8.
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Drum Dream Girl

Submitted by Jon S. on Mon, 2023-12-18 10:39

Millo Castro Zaldarriaga dreamed of playing drums for a crowd, but girls were not allowed to become drummers in Cuba. This beautiful and poetic book tells the true story of Millo’s childhood up to her groundbreaking 1932 performance in Cuba’s first all-girl dance band. 2016 award winner. Recommended for ages 3–8.

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Drum Dream Girl
Drum Dream Girl

Margarita Engle
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Eng)

Millo Castro Zaldarriaga dreamed of playing drums for a crowd, but girls were not allowed to become drummers in Cuba. This beautiful and poetic book tells the true story of Millo’s childhood up to her groundbreaking 1932 performance in Cuba’s first all-girl dance band. 2016 award winner. Recommended for ages 3–8.
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¡Vamos! Let’s Go Eat

Submitted by Jon S. on Mon, 2023-12-18 10:38

Little Lobo is making a delivery for his friend El Toro and the luchadores, so he must visit a variety of food trucks outside the Coliseo before the big match! The beautifully detailed art invites repeated readings and teaches readers Spanish words without feeling like a textbook. Spanish food and wrestling are also on display in the second installment of this fun series. 2021 award winner. Recommended for ages 4–7.

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¡Vamos! Let’s Go Eat
¡Vamos! Let’s Go Eat

Raúl the Third
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Rau)
Series: World of ¡Vamos!

Little Lobo is making a delivery for his friend El Toro and the luchadores, so he must visit a variety of food trucks outside the Coliseo before the big match! The beautifully detailed art invites repeated readings and teaches readers Spanish words without feeling like a textbook. Spanish food and wrestling are also on display in the second installment of this fun series. 2021 award winner. Recommended for ages 4–7.
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¡Vamos! Let’s Cross the Bridge

Submitted by Jon S. on Mon, 2023-12-18 10:37

Little Lobo must take his delivery truck across the puente to the big city. However, the bridge is very busy, and they get stuck in traffic. That doesn’t stop Little Lobo and friends from playing games and having fun while they wait! Vibrant, intricate illustrations bring this colorful world to life. 2022 award winner. Recommended for ages 4–7.

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¡Vamos! Let’s Cross the Bridge
¡Vamos! Let’s Cross the Bridge

Raúl the Third
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Rau)
Series: World of ¡Vamos!

Little Lobo must take his delivery truck across the puente to the big city. However, the bridge is very busy, and they get stuck in traffic. That doesn’t stop Little Lobo and friends from playing games and having fun while they wait! Vibrant, intricate illustrations bring this colorful world to life. 2022 award winner. Recommended for ages 4–7.
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Juana & Lucas

Submitted by Jon S. on Mon, 2023-12-18 10:36

Juana is a Colombian girl who loves comic books, brussels sprouts, and her dog Lucas. She dislikes school uniforms and learning English. But when Juana gets the chance to visit the Spaceland amusement park in the United States, she becomes determined to learn the new language. Spanish words are included in this fun and playful first chapter book. 2017 award winner. Recommended for ages 5–8.

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Juana & Lucas
Juana & Lucas

Juana Medina
(Juvenile First Chapter Books - J-FC Medina)
Series: Juana & Lucas

Juana is a Colombian girl who loves comic books, brussels sprouts, and her dog Lucas. She dislikes school uniforms and learning English. But when Juana gets the chance to visit the Spaceland amusement park in the United States, she becomes determined to learn the new language. Spanish words are included in this fun and playful first chapter book. 2017 award winner. Recommended for ages 5–8.
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Lucky Broken Girl

Submitted by Jon S. on Mon, 2023-12-18 10:34

Ruthie’s family just emigrated from Cuba to New York City when a devastating accident leaves her in a full-body cast. She now has to relearn how to use her body and somehow feel at home in his new country while she’s confined to her bedroom. This story, set in 1960s New York, is based on the author’s own childhood experiences. 2018 award winner. Recommended for ages 9–12.

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Lucky Broken Girl
Lucky Broken Girl

Ruth Behar
(Juvenile Fiction - J Behar)

Ruthie’s family just emigrated from Cuba to New York City when a devastating accident leaves her in a full-body cast. She now has to relearn how to use her body and somehow feel at home in his new country while she’s confined to her bedroom. This story, set in 1960s New York, is based on the author’s own childhood experiences. 2018 award winner. Recommended for ages 9–12.
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  • Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré


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  • Mexikid: A Graphic Memoir


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  • The Last Cuentista


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  • La Princesa and the Pea


  • Lucky Broken Girl


  • Juana & Lucas


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Sal and Gabi Break the Universe

Submitted by Jon S. on Mon, 2023-12-18 10:33

13-year-old Sal traverses the multiverse, bringing back alternate versions of his long-deceased mother. When he befriends the student body president Gabi, their friendship and adventures might just break the universe! A funny and fast-paced sci-fi story that’s part of the Rick Riordan Presents series. 2020 award winner. Recommended for ages 9–12.

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Sal and Gabi Break the Universe
Sal and Gabi Break the Universe

Carlos Hernandez
(Juvenile Fiction - J Hernand)

13-year-old Sal traverses the multiverse, bringing back alternate versions of his long-deceased mother. When he befriends the student body president Gabi, their friendship and adventures might just break the universe! A funny and fast-paced sci-fi story that’s part of the Rick Riordan Presents series. 2020 award winner. Recommended for ages 9–12.
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  • Mexikid: A Graphic Memoir


  • Dancing Hands


  • Juana & Lucas


  • Where Wonder Grows


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  • ¡Vamos! Let’s Cross the Bridge


  • Mexikid: A Graphic Memoir


  • The Life of Pura


  • Sal and Gabi Break the Universe


  • ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Eat


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  • Drum Dream Girl


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  • ¡Vamos! Let’s Cross the Bridge


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Efrén Divided

Submitted by Jon S. on Mon, 2023-12-18 10:30

Efrén Nava must take care of his siblings when his mother is deported to Mexico. This moving novel portrays Efrén’s resiliency in a time of personal crisis and will open up important discussions about the U.S. immigration policy and empathy. 2021 award winner. Recommended for ages 9–12.

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Efrén Divided
Efrén Divided

Ernesto Cisneros
(Juvenile Fiction - J Cisnero)

Efrén Nava must take care of his siblings when his mother is deported to Mexico. This moving novel portrays Efrén’s resiliency in a time of personal crisis and will open up important discussions about the U.S. immigration policy and empathy. 2021 award winner. Recommended for ages 9–12.
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  • Where Wonder Grows


  • The Life of Pura


  • The Life of Pura


  • Sal and Gabi Break the Universe


  • ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Eat


  • Drum Dream Girl


  • Where Wonder Grows


  • Efrén Divided


  • The Storyteller’s Candle


  • Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré


  • The Last Cuentista


  • Dancing Hands


  • Frizzy


  • Drum Dream Girl


  • Efrén Divided


  • La Princesa and the Pea


  • The Last Cuentista


  • La Princesa and the Pea


  • Pura’s Cuentos: How Pura Belpré Reshaped Libraries with Her Stories


  • Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré


  • Dreamers


  • Lucky Broken Girl


  • ¡Vamos! Let’s Cross the Bridge


  • Juana & Lucas


  • Dancing Hands


  • Dreamers


  • Viva Frida


  • Lucky Broken Girl


  • Juana & Lucas


  • Viva Frida


  • Pura’s Cuentos: How Pura Belpré Reshaped Libraries with Her Stories


  • ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Eat


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