RECIPIENT OF THE PURA BELPR HONOR

* A Today Show's Best Kids' Books of 2019 * Indie Next List Pick * Junior Library Guild Selection *

An appealing tribute and successful remedy to the lack of titles about the groundbreaking librarian...a must-have for all libraries. --School Library Journal (starred review)

An inspiring picture book biography of storyteller, puppeteer, and New York City's first Puerto Rican librarian, who championed bilingual literature.

When she came to America in 1921, Pura Belpr carried the cuentos folkl ricos of her Puerto Rican homeland. Finding a new home at the New York Public Library as a bilingual assistant, she turned her popular retellings into libros and spread story seeds across the land. Today, these seeds have grown into a lush landscape as generations of children and storytellers continue to share her tales and celebrate Pura's legacy.

Brought to colorful life by Paola Escobar's elegant and exuberant illustrations and Anika Aldamuy Denise's lyrical text, this gorgeous book is perfect for the pioneers in your life.

Informative backmatter and suggested further reading included.

A Spanish-language edition, Sembrando historias: Pura Belpr bibliotecaria y narradora de cuentos, is also available.

Anika Aldamuy Denise's intimate telling captures the magical, folk-tale feeling of Belpr 's own stories. Her lyrical text, sprinkled like fairy dust with Spanish words, begs to be read aloud, while Paola Escobar's stylishly detailed and warmly expressive illustrations capture the joy of sharing stories. --New York Times Book Review

Laugh and count along with this lively cumulative romp told in a lyrical blend of Spanish and English by Pura Belpré Honor-winning author Anika Aldamuy Denise and illustrator Zara Gonzalez Hoang!

Nine kittens follow Gato Guapo around, but when it's time to count them, one by one, they go missing, along with a piece of Gato Guapo's clothes!

Young readers will love all the silliness that ensues as each naughty gatito dons a disguise and declares Yo soy Gato Guapo!.

* An Indie Next List Pick *

Appealing illustrations combine with a timely message that one kind act can start a chain reaction of kindness. A sweet and far-from-cloying ode to love. --Kirkus

Fall in love with this endearing and adorable picture book that illustrates how a little bit of heart goes a long way to making the world a better place.

Hedgehog, Bunny, and Squirrel are best friends. One day, they each find a letter. But not just any letter...

A love letter.

My word

My whiskers

Aww, nuts

Someone loves them. But who? The answer may surprise you

Celebrated author Anika Aldamuy Denise and beloved illustrator Lucy Ruth Cummins deliver this heartwarming tale about a wonderful mix-up that reminds us of the joys of friendship.

Makes for a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or for any time you want to tell someone in your life how much you love them

A 2023 Pura Belpré Honor Book (Illustrations)

An inspiring biography of Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez from Pura Belpré Honor-winning creators Anika Aldamuy Denise and Loris Lora!

In 2019, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez became the youngest congresswoman in America. How did this young Puertorriqueña become an unstoppable force in politics? Find out in this accessible and engaging book for young readers.

AOC's remarkable story begins in her childhood Bronx home and comes full circle the moment AOC became America's youngest congresswoman. Ocasio-Cortez's empowering journey reminds us that everyone, regardless of their age, race, creed, wealth, or zip code, is capable of being a voice for change.

A glossary and resources for changemakers are included at the end of the book.

RECIPIENT OF THE PURA BELPRÉ HONOR

* A Today Show's Best Kids' Books of 2019 * Indie Next List Pick * Junior Library Guild Selection *

Sigue la vida y el legado de Pura Belpré, la primera bibliotecaria puertorriqueña de la ciudad de Nueva York.

Cuando llegó a Estados Unidos en el año 1921, Pura trajo consigo los cuentos folklóricos de su tierra natal, Puerto Rico. Encontró su nuevo hogar en la Biblioteca Pública de Nueva York como ayudante bilingüe. Logró que sus relatos se convirtieran en libros y esparció las semillas de sus historias por todo el país. Hoy día, esas semillasse han transformado en exuberantes paisajes gracias a que las nuevas generaciones de niños y cuentacuentos han seguido contando sus historias y celebrando el legado de Pura.

Este magnífico retrato de la bibliotecaria, autora y marionetista nos recuerda el poder de la narración de cuentos, y a la mujer extraordinaria que abrió las puertas y defendió la idea de la literatura bilingüe.

Additional Praise:

Named a Best Spanish Language Picture Book 2020 by the Children's Book Committee at Bank Street College of Education

Silver Medalist for the Children's Book Committee's Best Spanish Language Picture Books of the Year Awards 2018/2019!

A Tejas Star Reading List Selection, the Texas Library Association's bilingual reading list for readers ages 5-12.

An appealing tribute and successful remedy to the lack of titles about the groundbreaking librarian. A must-have for all libraries. --School Library Journal (starred review)

The inspiring biography of the incredibly talented Rita Moreno, actor in and executive producer of Steven Speilberg's upcoming West Side Story.

An inspirational title for young elementary children. This energetic, illustrated biography honors her determined spirit with colorful exuberance.--School Library Journal (starred review)

When young Rosita moved from Puerto Rico to the mainland United States, she didn't know what to expect--but she knew she loved to sing and dance. Working to overcome the language barrier and bullying she experienced in a strange new country, Rita eventually made her way to Hollywood with a dream to be a star. There, she fought to be seen and heard and eventually reached the pinnacle of success, landing her iconic role in West Side Story and, finally, winning her groundbreaking Oscar.

Brought to life by the bold and vibrant illustrations of New York Times bestselling illustrator Leo Espinosa (Islandborn), and lyrical text of Pura Belpré Honor winner Anika Aldamuy Denise (Planting Stories), this gorgeous tribute to the life and career of the first Latinx person to have earned an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony award will inspire little dreamers everywhere.

Informative author's note and timeline also included.

A Spanish-language edition is also available.

Praise for Anika Aldamuy Denise:

[Anika's] lyrical text, sprinkled like fairy dust with Spanish words, begs to be read aloud.--New York Times Book Review on Planting Stories

Una biografía inspiradora sobre la congresista Alexandria Ocasio-Cortéz, escrita por Anika Aldamuy Denise e ilustrada por Loris Lora, ambas ganadoras del Honor Pura Belpré!

En el 2019, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez se convirtió en la congresista más joven de Estados Unidos. Cómo se transformó esta joven puertorriqueña en una fuerza política imparable? Descúbrelo en este accesible y cautivador libro infantil.

La extraordinaria historia de AOC comienza en el hogar de su infancia en el Bronx y hace un círculo completo hasta llegar a cuando ella se convierte en la congresista más joven en la historia de Estados Unidos. El inspirador trayecto de Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez nos recuerda que todos, sin importar nuestra edad, raza, creencia, bienes, o código postal, somos capaces de usar nuestra voz para efectuar un cambio.

Una glosario y lista de recursos para creadores del cambio se encuentran al final del libro.

RECIPIENT OF THE PURA BELPR HONOR

* A Today Show's Best Kids' Books of 2019 * Indie Next List Pick * Junior Library Guild Selection *

Sigue la vida y el legado de Pura Belpr , la primera bibliotecaria puertorrique a de la ciudad de Nueva York.

Cuando lleg a Estados Unidos en el a o 1921, Pura trajo consigo los cuentos folkl ricos de su tierra natal, Puerto Rico. Encontr su nuevo hogar en la Biblioteca P blica de Nueva York como ayudante biling e. Logr que sus relatos se convirtieran en libros y esparci las semillas de sus historias por todo el pa s. Hoy d a, esas semillasse han transformado en exuberantes paisajes gracias a que las nuevas generaciones de ni os y cuentacuentos han seguido contando sus historias y celebrando el legado de Pura.

Este magn fico retrato de la bibliotecaria, autora y marionetista nos recuerda el poder de la narraci n de cuentos, y a la mujer extraordinaria que abri las puertas y defendi la idea de la literatura biling e.

Additional Praise:

Named a Best Spanish Language Picture Book 2020 by the Children's Book Committee at Bank Street College of Education

Silver Medalist for the Children's Book Committee's Best Spanish Language Picture Books of the Year Awards 2018/2019

A Tejas Star Reading List Selection, the Texas Library Association's bilingual reading list for readers ages 5-12.

An appealing tribute and successful remedy to the lack of titles about the groundbreaking librarian. A must-have for all libraries. --School Library Journal (starred review)