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Manuelito

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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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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
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My Uncle Is Coming Tomorrow

by Sebastián Santana Camargo ...

Illustrated by Sebastián Santana Camargo ...

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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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...
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Tamalitos

Un poema para cocinar / A Cooking Poem

by Jorge Argueta ...

Illustrated by Domi ...

Series Book 3 - Bilingual Cooking Poems
In this bilingual cooking poem for young children, Jorge Argueta encourages more creativity and fun in the kitchen as he describes how to make tamalitos from corn masa and cheese, wrapped in cornhusks.The book opens with an homage to corn — white, yellow, blue, purple, red and black. In Maya mythology the first men and women are even said to be made of corn. It has been an important food for ... Read more

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In this bilingual cooking poem for young children, Jorge Argueta encourages more creativity and fun in the kitchen as he describes how to make tamalitos from corn masa and cheese, wrapped in cornhusks.The book opens with an homage to corn — white, yellow, blue, purple, red and black. In Maya mythology the first men and women are even said to be made of corn. It has been an important food for
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My Friend

by Elisa Amado ...

Illustrated by Alfonso Ruano ...

From acclaimed author and translator Elisa Amado and award-winning illustrator Alfonso Ruano, My Friend is the story of the meaning of friendship in the life of an immigrant child.Friendship — to be known, to be accepted as you are, to feel safe, especially when you are vulnerable. The girl in this story has recently arrived in Brooklyn with her family. On her very first day at school she meets a ... Read more

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From acclaimed author and translator Elisa Amado and award-winning illustrator Alfonso Ruano, My Friend is the story of the meaning of friendship in the life of an immigrant child.Friendship — to be known, to be accepted as you are, to feel safe, especially when you are vulnerable. The girl in this story has recently arrived in Brooklyn with her family. On her very first day at school she meets a
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Clara and the Man With Books in his Window

by María Teresa Andruetto ...

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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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
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On the Other Side of the Garden

by Jairo Buitrago, Elisa Amado ...

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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**“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
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Montezuma's Tantrum

by Nuria Gómez Benet ...

Illustrated by Santiago Solís Montes de Oca ...

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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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
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Dan Auta

An African Tale

by José Ortega y Gasset, Federico Dr. Allodi, Minab W. Yetbarek ...

Illustrated by Piet Grobler ...

Series series Aldana Libros
Kids 9 to 12 will laugh out loud while reading this adventurous graphic novel, which brings an African folk tale to life for a new audience.When Sarra’s parents die, they leave her with an important warning: never let Dan Auta, her little brother, cry. But Dan Auta loves to make trouble. He hitches a ride on the back of a bird, pokes the eye of the king’s son, and even pees on the king’s head. ... Read more

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Kids 9 to 12 will laugh out loud while reading this adventurous graphic novel, which brings an African folk tale to life for a new audience.When Sarra’s parents die, they leave her with an important warning: never let Dan Auta, her little brother, cry. But Dan Auta loves to make trouble. He hitches a ride on the back of a bird, pokes the eye of the king’s son, and even pees on the king’s head.
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Wounded Falcons

by Jairo Buitrago ...

Illustrated by Rafael Yockteng ...

A story about the heart-opening effect that taking care of a wounded creature has on a wounded boy, from acclaimed picture-book creators Jairo Buitrago and Rafael Yockteng.Adrián is always in trouble, at school and at home, while Santiago gets along quite well. But they are friends. When Adrián finds a wounded bird in an abandoned lot in the midst of the city, things begin to change. Taking care ... Read more

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A story about the heart-opening effect that taking care of a wounded creature has on a wounded boy, from acclaimed picture-book creators Jairo Buitrago and Rafael Yockteng.Adrián is always in trouble, at school and at home, while Santiago gets along quite well. But they are friends. When Adrián finds a wounded bird in an abandoned lot in the midst of the city, things begin to change. Taking care
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Lion and Mouse

by Jairo Buitrago ...

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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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,
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One Good Turn

by Scarlet Narciso ...

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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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
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Desert Flowers

by Jairo Buitrago ...

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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“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
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