This retelling of the classic fable explores the themes of friendship and kindness through the interactions of a lion and a mouse. With engaging illustrations by Rafael Yockteng, the story offers a modern twist that highlights the importance of helping one another, regardless of size or strength. Jairo Buitrago's narrative captures the essence of the original tale while providing a fresh perspective that resonates with readers of all ages.
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Jairo Buitrago is a creator of children's picture books, an illustrator, and a researcher of cinematic themes. His work often focuses on visual storytelling, exploring themes that resonate with young readers. Buitrago is known for his ability to weave together text and image, crafting engaging and thought-provoking narratives. His artistic approach highlights the power of illustration in building narratives and engaging a child's imagination.






- 2024
- 2024
The narrative unfolds through the journey of a small hill, offering a unique perspective on the history of the world. Renowned storyteller Jairo Buitrago weaves a captivating tale that highlights significant events and transformations over time, all seen through the eyes of this humble hill. The combination of engaging storytelling and beautiful illustrations makes this picture book a delightful exploration of history for readers of all ages.
- 2023
- 2022
A quirky and uplifting guide to making new friends for kids 4 to 7 from a beloved, internationally renowned author. What's the best way to make friends? Toad has the most magnificent ideas! Sometimes they don't go according to plan... but that's okay. Eventually Toad tires of making new friends, but comes to a marvelous conclusion: sometimes being with yourself is a good way to pass the time too. A hilarious and heartfelt read for kids who are starting school or experiencing other unfamiliar social situations, Ways to Make Friends will give them the courage to stand on their own--and maybe try one of Toad's unconventional methods to make a friend for themselves.
- 2022
Drawing Outdoors
- 36 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Let's all draw dinosaurs ... outdoors! In this remarkable picture book, a group of students spend an unforgettable day drawing dinosaurs outside with their extraordinary teacher. Maybe your school has a playground, gym, computers, and a library. But at this school in a faraway mountain range, things are a little different. There's a blackboard, some chairs ... and not much else. But with the help of an extraordinary teacher and a little imagination, anything is possible! The students in this spirited picture book spend their days drawing dinosaurs outdoors. They draw astounding, spectacular creatures that come to life before their eyes, and turn their school into a wondrous place, where any child would want to go and learn. Drawing Outdoors celebrates the amazing impact of teachers, and the wonderful worlds kids can create while drawing. A perfect gift for a beloved teacher, kids who love dinosaurs, and aspiring artists! An Aldana Libros Book
- 2021
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 of the bird, learning all about it, discovering that it is a falcon, loving it — and accepting what this love means — gives Adrián a chance to show others a glimpse of who he truly is. Santiago has always known that Adrián has a big heart, and his steadfast friendship is also the reason Adrián has a chance to heal.
- 2018
A loving, empowering story about a girl who finds a way to cope with change.