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Celebrate Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month - Picture Books

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From September 15th-October 15th, Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month honors the histories, cultures and contributions of Americans with ancestry in Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. To celebrate, here are some recent picture books by Latinx authors and illustrators.

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Squawk of Spanish

Squawk of Spanish

by Aldeman, Gabriella

Picture Book - 2024

When Abuela’s parrot Lorito, who helps translate, disappears for a day, Max and Abuela must figure out how to communicate and discover that their English and Spanish do not have to be perfect - it’s the trying that counts! When Abuela’s parrot Lorito, who helps translate, disappears for a day, Max and Abuela must figure out how to communicate and discover that their English and Spanish do not have to be perfect - it’s the trying that counts! Show less

When Abuela’s parrot Lorito, who helps translate, disappears for a day, Max and Abuela must figure out how to communicate and discover that their English and Spanish do not have to be perfect - it’s the trying that counts! When Abuela’s parrot Lorito, who helps translate, disappears for a day, Max and Abuela must figure out how to communicate and discover that their English and Spanish do not have to be perfect - it’s the trying that counts! Show less

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The Ofrenda That We Built

The Ofrenda That We Built

by Gutiérrez, Jolene

Book - 2024

Inspired by the classic nursery rhyme “The House That Jack Built,” this spirited picture book celebrates family traditions and the memory of loved ones an...Show more Inspired by the classic nursery rhyme “The House That Jack Built,” this spirited picture book celebrates family traditions and the memory of loved ones and invites readers to help build a colorful ofrenda, a home altar full of symbols and meaning, one special element at a time. Show less

Inspired by the classic nursery rhyme “The House That Jack Built,” this spirited picture book celebrates family traditions and the memory of loved ones an...Show more Inspired by the classic nursery rhyme “The House That Jack Built,” this spirited picture book celebrates family traditions and the memory of loved ones and invites readers to help build a colorful ofrenda, a home altar full of symbols and meaning, one special element at a time. Show less

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I Am Salsa

I Am Salsa

by Azúa Kramer, Jackie

Picture Book - 2024

A shy young girl learns to believe in herself, embrace her culture, and enjoy family time as she learns how to salsa. A shy young girl learns to believe in herself, embrace her culture, and enjoy family time as she learns how to salsa. Show less

A shy young girl learns to believe in herself, embrace her culture, and enjoy family time as she learns how to salsa. A shy young girl learns to believe in herself, embrace her culture, and enjoy family time as she learns how to salsa. Show less

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I Am La Chiva!

I Am La Chiva!

The Colorful Bus of the Andes

by Hernández, Karol

Picture Book - 2024

Celebrating the rich culture and landscape of Colombia, this exuberant picture book invites children to take a ride on the iconic bus, or chiva, as it navigates the rugged Andes mountains. Celebrating the rich culture and landscape of Colombia, this exuberant picture book invites children to take a ride on the iconic bus, or chiva, as it navigates the rugged Andes mountains. Show less

Celebrating the rich culture and landscape of Colombia, this exuberant picture book invites children to take a ride on the iconic bus, or chiva, as it navigates the rugged Andes mountains. Celebrating the rich culture and landscape of Colombia, this exuberant picture book invites children to take a ride on the iconic bus, or chiva, as it navigates the rugged Andes mountains. Show less

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The Perfect Place

The Perfect Place

by de la Peña, Matt

Picture Book - 2024

Lucas, whose life at home is not perfect, dreams of a strange light that leads him to the place where perfect people live, where everything is more beautiful than he ever could’ve imagined, but where things aren’t as perfect as they seem. Lucas, whose life at home is not perfect, dreams of a strange light that leads him to the place where perfect people live, where everything is more beautiful than he ever could’ve imagined, but where things aren’t as perfect as they seem. Show less

Lucas, whose life at home is not perfect, dreams of a strange light that leads him to the place where perfect people live, where everything is more beautiful than he ever could’ve imagined, but where things aren’t as perfect as they seem. Lucas, whose life at home is not perfect, dreams of a strange light that leads him to the place where perfect people live, where everything is more beautiful than he ever could’ve imagined, but where things aren’t as perfect as they seem. Show less

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Pockets of Love

Pockets of Love

by Méndez, Yamile Saied

Picture Book - 2024

Grandma Monona always made the best empanadas for Mami’s birthday. But this year Monona is in heaven and Mami is sad. Her birthday won’t be the same witho...Show more Grandma Monona always made the best empanadas for Mami’s birthday. But this year Monona is in heaven and Mami is sad. Her birthday won’t be the same without Monona. Star and Sebi know they need a special birthday surprise to cheer up Mami. Maybe they can make Mami Monona’s empanadas themselves! But will they be able to capture the same magic as Monona’s empanadas if they don’t know her secret ingredient? Show less

Grandma Monona always made the best empanadas for Mami’s birthday. But this year Monona is in heaven and Mami is sad. Her birthday won’t be the same witho...Show more Grandma Monona always made the best empanadas for Mami’s birthday. But this year Monona is in heaven and Mami is sad. Her birthday won’t be the same without Monona. Star and Sebi know they need a special birthday surprise to cheer up Mami. Maybe they can make Mami Monona’s empanadas themselves! But will they be able to capture the same magic as Monona’s empanadas if they don’t know her secret ingredient? Show less

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Uno Más, One More

Uno Más, One More

A Latino Retelling of An Old Scottish Ballad

by Lopez, Silvia

Picture Book - 2024

Kids are invited to join a family for a fiesta in their one-room casita in this exuberant Latino retelling of the beloved folktale “Always Room for One Mo...Show more Kids are invited to join a family for a fiesta in their one-room casita in this exuberant Latino retelling of the beloved folktale “Always Room for One More,” which celebrates the importance of kindness and community and includes Spanish words throughout the text. Show less

Kids are invited to join a family for a fiesta in their one-room casita in this exuberant Latino retelling of the beloved folktale “Always Room for One Mo...Show more Kids are invited to join a family for a fiesta in their one-room casita in this exuberant Latino retelling of the beloved folktale “Always Room for One More,” which celebrates the importance of kindness and community and includes Spanish words throughout the text. Show less

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The Last Tamale

The Last Tamale

by Mendiola, Orlando

Picture Book - 2024

It's the best day of the year: tamale day. Luis and his family have been making and eating [them] all day. ... When Luis, Jacob, and Letty all want the la...Show more It's the best day of the year: tamale day. Luis and his family have been making and eating [them] all day. ... When Luis, Jacob, and Letty all want the last tamale, there's only one way to choose a winner: a tamale battle! Round one: Dance Battle. Round Two: Lucha Libre Match. Round Three: Arm Wrestle with Abuelita. Show less

It's the best day of the year: tamale day. Luis and his family have been making and eating [them] all day. ... When Luis, Jacob, and Letty all want the la...Show more It's the best day of the year: tamale day. Luis and his family have been making and eating [them] all day. ... When Luis, Jacob, and Letty all want the last tamale, there's only one way to choose a winner: a tamale battle! Round one: Dance Battle. Round Two: Lucha Libre Match. Round Three: Arm Wrestle with Abuelita. Show less

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Lucas and the Capoeira Circle

Lucas and the Capoeira Circle

by Pastro, Joana

Picture Book - 2024

A young boy learns how to be confident in himself through the art of capoeira. A young boy learns how to be confident in himself through the art of capoeira. Show less

A young boy learns how to be confident in himself through the art of capoeira. A young boy learns how to be confident in himself through the art of capoeira. Show less

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María Mariposa

María Mariposa

by Valenti, Karla

Book - 2024

On her first day of school in the United States, a magical butterfly appears on Maria's windowsill, carrying memories of home and making her feel less lonely and more brave. On her first day of school in the United States, a magical butterfly appears on Maria's windowsill, carrying memories of home and making her feel less lonely and more brave. Show less

On her first day of school in the United States, a magical butterfly appears on Maria's windowsill, carrying memories of home and making her feel less lonely and more brave. On her first day of school in the United States, a magical butterfly appears on Maria's windowsill, carrying memories of home and making her feel less lonely and more brave. Show less

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Eloísa's Musical Window

Eloísa's Musical Window

by Engle, Margarita

Picture Book - 2024

Eloisa's struggles fade away when she sits by the window and listens to the neighbor's radio, and one magical day young musicians gather outside and turn ...Show more Eloisa's struggles fade away when she sits by the window and listens to the neighbor's radio, and one magical day young musicians gather outside and turn the neighborhood into a joyful orchestra of neighbors and strangers. Includes information on different instruments. Show less

Eloisa's struggles fade away when she sits by the window and listens to the neighbor's radio, and one magical day young musicians gather outside and turn ...Show more Eloisa's struggles fade away when she sits by the window and listens to the neighbor's radio, and one magical day young musicians gather outside and turn the neighborhood into a joyful orchestra of neighbors and strangers. Includes information on different instruments. Show less

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No More Señora Mimí

No More Señora Mimí

by Medina, Meg

Picture Book - 2024

Ana cannot contain her excitement—her abuela is coming to stay with her and Mami for always! But, Ana worries that she won't need señora Mimí to babysit a...Show more Ana cannot contain her excitement—her abuela is coming to stay with her and Mami for always! But, Ana worries that she won't need señora Mimí to babysit anymore! And señora Mimí is a good listener, and they have a lot of fun together feeding the squirrels and eating snacks. Maybe Ana isn't ready to say goodbye to señora Mimí just yet? Show less

Ana cannot contain her excitement—her abuela is coming to stay with her and Mami for always! But, Ana worries that she won't need señora Mimí to babysit a...Show more Ana cannot contain her excitement—her abuela is coming to stay with her and Mami for always! But, Ana worries that she won't need señora Mimí to babysit anymore! And señora Mimí is a good listener, and they have a lot of fun together feeding the squirrels and eating snacks. Maybe Ana isn't ready to say goodbye to señora Mimí just yet? Show less

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In the Groves

In the Groves

by Floren, Andrea Cruz

Picture Book - 2024

Longing to see the orange groves that are a part of her family lore, Clara spends a day with her abuelo in the groves creating memories of her own. Longing to see the orange groves that are a part of her family lore, Clara spends a day with her abuelo in the groves creating memories of her own. Show less

Longing to see the orange groves that are a part of her family lore, Clara spends a day with her abuelo in the groves creating memories of her own. Longing to see the orange groves that are a part of her family lore, Clara spends a day with her abuelo in the groves creating memories of her own. Show less

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Desi, Mami, and the Never-ending Worries

Desi, Mami, and the Never-ending Worries

by Mendes, Eva

Picture Book - 2024

Every night, Desi has so many scary thoughts! Is her brain a monster?! Of course it’s not a real monster, and Mami assures Desi that sometimes we just hav...Show more Every night, Desi has so many scary thoughts! Is her brain a monster?! Of course it’s not a real monster, and Mami assures Desi that sometimes we just have scary worries running through our minds. With gentle guidance from Mami, Desi realizes she’s the boss of her thoughts. Show less

Every night, Desi has so many scary thoughts! Is her brain a monster?! Of course it’s not a real monster, and Mami assures Desi that sometimes we just hav...Show more Every night, Desi has so many scary thoughts! Is her brain a monster?! Of course it’s not a real monster, and Mami assures Desi that sometimes we just have scary worries running through our minds. With gentle guidance from Mami, Desi realizes she’s the boss of her thoughts. Show less

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Cesaria Feels the Beat

Cesaria Feels the Beat

by Adusei, Denise R.

Picture Book - 2024

Getting ready to perform at Carnival, Cesaria, a young deaf girl who hears the music through the soles of her feet, convinces all the other dancers to tak...Show more Getting ready to perform at Carnival, Cesaria, a young deaf girl who hears the music through the soles of her feet, convinces all the other dancers to take off their shoes to feel what she feels, in this heartfelt story about deafness, community and Carnival. Show less

Getting ready to perform at Carnival, Cesaria, a young deaf girl who hears the music through the soles of her feet, convinces all the other dancers to tak...Show more Getting ready to perform at Carnival, Cesaria, a young deaf girl who hears the music through the soles of her feet, convinces all the other dancers to take off their shoes to feel what she feels, in this heartfelt story about deafness, community and Carnival. Show less

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A Crown for Corina

A Crown for Corina

by Kemp, Laekan Zea

Picture Book - 2023

Corina's Abuela helps her select flowers that mean something to Corina from the garden for her Mexican flower crown that she will wear on her birthday, and explains the symbolic meaning of a birthday crown. Corina's Abuela helps her select flowers that mean something to Corina from the garden for her Mexican flower crown that she will wear on her birthday, and explains the symbolic meaning of a birthday crown. Show less

Corina's Abuela helps her select flowers that mean something to Corina from the garden for her Mexican flower crown that she will wear on her birthday, and explains the symbolic meaning of a birthday crown. Corina's Abuela helps her select flowers that mean something to Corina from the garden for her Mexican flower crown that she will wear on her birthday, and explains the symbolic meaning of a birthday crown. Show less

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Let's Play in the Park

Let's Play in the Park

In English and Spanish = Juguemos En El Parque : En Inglés Y Español

by Colato Laínez, René

Picture Book - 2024

Two friends, an English speaker and a Spanish speaker, go to the park for a day filled with games and making new friends. Two friends, an English speaker and a Spanish speaker, go to the park for a day filled with games and making new friends. Show less

Two friends, an English speaker and a Spanish speaker, go to the park for a day filled with games and making new friends. Two friends, an English speaker and a Spanish speaker, go to the park for a day filled with games and making new friends. Show less

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Miguel Must Fight!

Miguel Must Fight!

by Ofelia, Jamie

Picture Book - 2024

When El Dragâon attacks, artistic Miguel must save his family and prove his colored pencils are mightier than their swords. When El Dragâon attacks, artistic Miguel must save his family and prove his colored pencils are mightier than their swords. Show less

When El Dragâon attacks, artistic Miguel must save his family and prove his colored pencils are mightier than their swords. When El Dragâon attacks, artistic Miguel must save his family and prove his colored pencils are mightier than their swords. Show less

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Angélica and La Güira

Angélica and La Güira

by Cruz, Angie

Picture Book - 2024

Playing the gèuira reminds Angâelica of the people she loves and misses, especially her grandfather in the Dominican Republic. Playing the gèuira reminds Angâelica of the people she loves and misses, especially her grandfather in the Dominican Republic. Show less

Playing the gèuira reminds Angâelica of the people she loves and misses, especially her grandfather in the Dominican Republic. Playing the gèuira reminds Angâelica of the people she loves and misses, especially her grandfather in the Dominican Republic. Show less

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Back Home

Back Home

Story Time With My Father

by Casimir, Arlène Elizabeth

Picture Book - 2024

Regaled by her daddy's stories of his homeland of Haiti, Lune can see, hear and feel this unknown place when she closes her eyes, and when mommy tells her everyone has stories, she wonders if she could have stories of her own, too. Regaled by her daddy's stories of his homeland of Haiti, Lune can see, hear and feel this unknown place when she closes her eyes, and when mommy tells her everyone has stories, she wonders if she could have stories of her own, too. Show less

Regaled by her daddy's stories of his homeland of Haiti, Lune can see, hear and feel this unknown place when she closes her eyes, and when mommy tells her everyone has stories, she wonders if she could have stories of her own, too. Regaled by her daddy's stories of his homeland of Haiti, Lune can see, hear and feel this unknown place when she closes her eyes, and when mommy tells her everyone has stories, she wonders if she could have stories of her own, too. Show less

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Abuelo, the Sea, and Me

Abuelo, the Sea, and Me

by Williams, Ismée

Picture Book - 2024

Season by season, a young girl walks with her abuelo along the beach as he shares stories about his life in Havana. Season by season, a young girl walks with her abuelo along the beach as he shares stories about his life in Havana. Show less

Season by season, a young girl walks with her abuelo along the beach as he shares stories about his life in Havana. Season by season, a young girl walks with her abuelo along the beach as he shares stories about his life in Havana. Show less

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Abuelita's Gift

Abuelita's Gift

A Día De Muertos Story

by Ríos Ramírez, Mariana

Picture Book - 2024

Julieta is eager to honor her Abuelita's spirit on Dia de Muertos but struggles to find the perfect gift. Julieta is eager to honor her Abuelita's spirit on Dia de Muertos but struggles to find the perfect gift. Show less

Julieta is eager to honor her Abuelita's spirit on Dia de Muertos but struggles to find the perfect gift. Julieta is eager to honor her Abuelita's spirit on Dia de Muertos but struggles to find the perfect gift. Show less

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Abuelita and Me

Abuelita and Me

by Carranza, Leonarda

Picture Book - 2022

Spending time at home with Abuelita means pancakes, puddle-jumping, and nail-painting. But venturing out into the city is not always as fun. On the bus and at the grocery store, people are impatient and suspicious--sometimes they even yell. Spending time at home with Abuelita means pancakes, puddle-jumping, and nail-painting. But venturing out into the city is not always as fun. On the bus and at the grocery store, people are impatient and suspicious--sometimes they even yell. Show less

Spending time at home with Abuelita means pancakes, puddle-jumping, and nail-painting. But venturing out into the city is not always as fun. On the bus and at the grocery store, people are impatient and suspicious--sometimes they even yell. Spending time at home with Abuelita means pancakes, puddle-jumping, and nail-painting. But venturing out into the city is not always as fun. On the bus and at the grocery store, people are impatient and suspicious--sometimes they even yell. Show less

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Abuela's Super Capa

Abuela's Super Capa

by Siqueira, Ana

Picture Book - 2023

Saturdays are superhero days. Equipped with their milkshakes and capas, Luis and his abuela can turn anything into an adventure. But when Abuela gets sick, Luis has to learn a new way to be a hero. Saturdays are superhero days. Equipped with their milkshakes and capas, Luis and his abuela can turn anything into an adventure. But when Abuela gets sick, Luis has to learn a new way to be a hero. Show less

Saturdays are superhero days. Equipped with their milkshakes and capas, Luis and his abuela can turn anything into an adventure. But when Abuela gets sick, Luis has to learn a new way to be a hero. Saturdays are superhero days. Equipped with their milkshakes and capas, Luis and his abuela can turn anything into an adventure. But when Abuela gets sick, Luis has to learn a new way to be a hero. Show less

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Abuela's Library

Abuela's Library

by Norman, Lissette

Picture Book - 2024

Alfonso and Abuela love to spend Saturday afternoons finding books at the library and reading them together beneath their favorite oak tree. But when thei...Show more Alfonso and Abuela love to spend Saturday afternoons finding books at the library and reading them together beneath their favorite oak tree. But when their beloved tree is cut down, can Alfonso transform the stump into something magical for their whole community -- their very own neighborhood library? Show less

Alfonso and Abuela love to spend Saturday afternoons finding books at the library and reading them together beneath their favorite oak tree. But when thei...Show more Alfonso and Abuela love to spend Saturday afternoons finding books at the library and reading them together beneath their favorite oak tree. But when their beloved tree is cut down, can Alfonso transform the stump into something magical for their whole community -- their very own neighborhood library? Show less

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