Books like Los Gatos Black on Halloween
Award winning
Gabí está aquí: Un día loco de palabras mezcladas: A Crazy Mixed-up Spanglish Day (gabí Está Aquí #1: Un Día Loco De Palabras... (Get Ready For Gabi)
Marisa Montes, Joe Cepeda, 2003
144 pages
Why to read
Blends English and Spanish for bilingual language development.
Features engaging and culturally rich narratives.
Encourages appreciation of diverse backgrounds.
Supports cognitive flexibility and literacy skills.
Gabí está aquí: Un día loco de palabras mezcladas: A Crazy Mixed-up Spanglish Day (gabí Está Aquí #1: Un Día Loco De Palabras... (Get Ready For Gabi)
Marisa Montes, Joe Cepeda, 2003
Award winning
Thunder Boy Jr.
Yuyi Morales, Sherman Alexie, Hachette Audio, David Alexie, 2016
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates identity and father-son bonding.
Vibrant illustrations complementing a compelling narrative.
Teaches important lessons on individuality and names.
A joyful exploration of Native American culture.
Thunder Boy Jr.
Yuyi Morales, Sherman Alexie, Hachette Audio, David Alexie, 2016
Award winning
Rudas: Niño's Horrendous Hermanitas
Yuyi Morales, 2016
34 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Explores themes of family dynamics and sibling relationships.
Encourages language development through playful Spanish vocabulary.
Supports emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills.
Rudas: Niño's Horrendous Hermanitas
Yuyi Morales, 2016
Award winning
My Abuelita
Yuyi Morales, Johnston Tony, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Stimulates language skills with Spanish vocabulary integration.
Strengthens family bonds depicted through heartwarming narrative.
Enhances creative thinking with whimsical, colorful illustrations.
My Abuelita
Yuyi Morales, Johnston Tony, 2009
Award winning
Bright Star
Yuyi Morales, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates resilience, hope, and personal empowerment.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse cultures.
Perfect for family bonding over shared reading times.
Bright Star
Yuyi Morales, 2021
Award winning
Viva Frida
Yuyi Morales, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, imaginative exploration of artist Frida Kahlo's life.
Stunning visuals complement simple, poetic text.
Encourages creativity and self-expression in children.
Bilingual text enriches language development.
Viva Frida
Yuyi Morales, 2014
Award winning
Just in Case: A Trickster Tale and Spanish Alphabet Book
Yuyi Morales, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, cultural storytelling with trickster Señor Calavera.
Introduces Spanish vocabulary through engaging alphabetical structure.
Encourages language skill enhancement and multicultural appreciation.
Illustrations complement text, enriching visual learning.
Just in Case: A Trickster Tale and Spanish Alphabet Book
Yuyi Morales, 2008
Award winning
Jibberwillies at Night
Rachel Vail, Yumi Heo, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses childhood fears with warmth and understanding.
Encourages emotional resilience and coping strategies.
Stimulates conversations about emotions between parents and children.
Engaging narrative that captivates young readers.
