A young girl embarks on her first trip to Mexico to visit family, discovering that love transcends language barriers. This heartwarming picture book, illustrated by Erika Meza, beautifully captures the essence of family connections and cultural experiences. With its engaging narrative and vibrant illustrations, it resonates with readers who appreciate themes of belonging and understanding, making it a delightful choice for fans of similar works.
On the first day of school, Isla’s mind plays the what if game. Scary thoughts come, the world goes dark, andeverything feels stormy. With Mami at her side, Isla takes a deep breath and blows her worries away in a big balloon. But as school gets closer, Isla’s worries come back like a tornado. Mami encourages her to imagine something happy, and Isla remembers there’s nothing she can’t handle.The storm might come again, but for now, her mind is quiet.In this thoughtful and reassuring picture book, Mónica Mancillas’s text and Betty C. Tang’s illustrations show how one child experiences anxiety and worry, providing different tools to practice mindfulness and strengthen one’s mental health.
Exploring the intersection of family, food, and identity, this book offers a unique perspective on the culinary experience. Monica Mancillas weaves personal narratives with cultural insights, creating a relatable journey for readers. The engaging storytelling is complemented by a playful title that hints at the delightful and savory adventures within.
In this charming and delightful picture book, Sami shares the joys of Spanglish with his skeptical abuela and diverse community. Sami loves to speak both English and Spanish. But he doesn't just speak them one at a time. He speaks in Spanglish! Sometimes, he makes brand-new words—like "lonche"—and sometimes, he puts the languages together in one sentence, like when he's hungry for jamberguers con papas fritas. But not everyone likes Spanglish. Abuela thinks that Spanish should be spoken at home and English at school. And to make matters more complicated, Sami's not allowed to write his homework in Spanglish. At first, Sami feels confused and frustrated. But with the support of his family, friends, and neighbors, Sami soon realizes that his unique identity should be celebrated. Hooray, muy bien, Sami!