Books for Kids

Below you will find many books we believe you and your children will enjoy. Some are bilingual. Others are in either English or Spanish. Some books don't have any words at all. There is a little something to suit everyone's needs.We've also tried to include a variety of topics and authors from Latin America and the United States.

Featured Book of the Month

This month's Bright Idea

Tan to Tamarind: Poems About the Color Brown

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This collection of multicultural poetry celebrates the color brown and all of the delicious and familiar places it can be found, from the reddish-brown mountains of the Southwest to the tamarind paste used in Mumbai to the acorns found on a city street.  Author Malathi Michelle Iyengar uses the poems to express an appreciation for the many ethnic backgrounds who describe their skin color as "brown" around the world. Jamel Akib's warm drawings are a perfect complement to the poetry. A wonderful selection for fall.

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Booklists

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Books Recommended by Colorín Colorado

A few of our favorite books for kids from some of today's most notable Hispanic and Latin American children's authors. There are poems, traditional songs from Latin America, and much more.

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Celebrate Reading in Two Languages

We invite you to celebrate reading in two languages with this bilingual book list. It's the perfect place to start looking for a gift for young readers of all ages, from birth to high school.

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Wordless Books

This list of books without words can be a fun way to make up stories with your child and encourage reading in any language.

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Poems for Everyone

Celebrate poetry with these wonderful collections of poems from different cultures. Many of the featured books are bilingual in English and Spanish, offering poems for a wide-ranging audience.

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Fiesta!

A selection of books about various celebrations, recommended by children's literature expert, Isabel Schon.

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Hispanic Heritage

Celebrate the traditions and culture of Hispanics throughout the world.

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Migrant Stories

Explore the life of migrant farm workers through these moving books that are relatable for children.

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American Indian Heritage

Celebrate the rich heritage of Native Americans.

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Asian Pacific American Heritage

Celebrate the rich heritage of Asian Pacific Americans.

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Thanksgiving Tales

Read about the first Thanksgiving from a Native American point of view, as well as from that of a young English girl; visit with the Pilgrims at Plymouth Plantation, and think about what Thanksgiving is like for turkeys — all in the pages of these wonderful Thanksgiving stories!

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Holiday Booklist

Enjoy these bilingual holiday books you can share with your family, including classic children's stories and depictions of Hispanic families' celebrations of Christmas and Las Posadas.

Let's Read

Check out our Let's Read section for fun ideas and reading activities you can do with your child!

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