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    by Elisa Amado ...
    The powerful story of a child refugee seeking asylum in AmericaThirteen-year-old Manuelito is a gentle boy who lives with his family in a tiny village in the Guatemalan countryside. But life is far from idyllic: PACs—armed civil patrol—are a constant presence in the streets, and terrifying memories of the country’s war linger in the villagers’ collective conscience. Things deteriorate further when ... Read more

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  • My Uncle Is Coming Tomorrow

    Series series Aldana Libros
    This “heartbreaking … powerful work” (★ School Library Journal**) introduces the contemporary issue of** forced disappearances to readers 10 and up—with “deceptively simple black line drawings” that “allow for no meandering of attention” (★ Kirkus).By a closed door, a child waits for his uncle, who is coming to stay. As he waits, he imagi... ... Read more

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    by Jorge Luján ...
    Illustrated by Manuel Monroy, IBBY Honour List ...
    A rooster heralds the beginning and end of the day in this imaginative and beautifully illustrated bilingual poem.The song of the rooster draws forth the universe and gives way to the dance of beings and objects as day draws its first brilliant breath. This book is so supremely simple that a baby can delight in it, and yet so complex that an adult reader can find joy in the poem and beautiful ... Read more

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  • My Friend

    by Elisa Amado ...
    Illustrated by Alfonso Ruano ...
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  • On the Other Side of the Garden

    Illustrated by Rafael Yockteng ...
    **“Those who feel physically or emotionally distant from beloved adults will take comfort in the idea that there are others who care. A subtle and affecting journey to resilience best shared one-on-one to pore over the spectacular artwork.”****—**School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEWFrom one of the great creative teams in picture books, On the Other Side of the Garden is about a city girl ... Read more

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  • One Good Turn

    Translated by Elisa Amado ...
    Series series Aldana Libros
    What happens when one small act of kindness sets off a chain of giving that travels through an entire community?From the beloved illustrator of La Tortilla Corredora, comes a circular story of generosity, creativity, and the joy of paying it forward.When something kind is done, the next friend finds a way to do a little good, too! In this charming and heartwarming picture book, a delightful cast ... Read more

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  • Desert Flowers

    Illustrated by Manuel Monroy ...
    Series series Aldana Libros
    “There’s so much room in this tale to breathe and simply be that readers will feel honored to have received this party invitation.”—Kirkus ReviewsFrom world renowned master storyteller Jairo Buitrago comes a stunning story of place and the simple pleasures of the desert.Who knows whether, maybe, you might like this story.Against the backdrop of the vast desert, two little girls are celebrating ... Read more

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  • Victor and the Giant

    Translated by Elisa Amado ...
    Series series Aldana Libros
    "Lovely illustrations and a rollicking narrative make this a great addition to children’s picture book collections, sure to have children requesting many rereads."—SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNALA moving, funny, remarkable book about what to do when a giant comes and eats up your city … including your mother!It’s an ordinary day. Victor’s mother is running out the door to go to work and Victor is enjoying ... Read more

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  • The Pet Store Window

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  • Montezuma's Tantrum

    Series series Aldana Libros
    Emperor Montezuma’s court tries everything to cure his bad mood in this delightful and hilarious story that sheds light on life in the Aztec empire—and the origins of hot chocolate.Montezuma is in a bad mood today. He doesn’t want to see anyone or do anything! The people in the palace are very worried. They try everything they can to make Montezuma smile. They bring gifts, make music, and even ... Read more

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  • Clara and the Man With Books in his Window

    Illustrated by Martina Trach ...
    Series series Aldana Libros
    This is the story of my mother and her friend Juan, of how she discovered books and he the light of day.So begins Clara and the Man With Books in His Window. In this beautifully illustrated book, set in rural 1920s Argentina, Hans Christian Andersen Award–winning author María Teresa Andruetto shares the true story of how her mother, Clara, the daughter of a poor laundress, meets Juan, a wealthy ... Read more

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  • Lion and Mouse

    Illustrated by Rafael Yockteng ...
    Funny, fresh and very modern, this update on the fable of the lion and the mouse is a marvelous tale of a relationship between two unlikely friends.One day, the mouse marches into the lion’s den without an invitation. Before the lion can eat him for breakfast, the mouse begs for mercy. “If you let me go, I might be able to return the favor.” The lion laughs at the idea of such a small, ... Read more

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