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Winner of: Spanish Language-- Picture Book Gold, 2013 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards A witch who has hung up her broom to become the driver of a flying train, a roller coaster with snow at the top of its highest drop, and bumper cars that can go wherever the driver wants are all part of a magical carnival in this illustrated children's book. As they explore the different rides together, a little boy and his father discover the secrets that lu...

A la casa del erizo llega un ovillo mágico cuya lana concede deseos a los habitantes del bosque en esta bonita fábula sobre la solidaridad y la amistad.

The clumsy and clueless Clucky decides to take her three chicks camping in the magical Garden of Mirrors, where her children discover a thrilling surprise: when they look into the crystal lake, they see the image of their father who lives far away.

Translation of: Roonie B. Moonie: lost and alone.

Balzo accompanies his mother to a store where children cannot touch anything. To avoid boredom, he pretends to be a caterpillar and accidentally bumps his head and makes a mess. Neither his mother nor the shopkeeper notice the bump but instead give Balzo a hard time because of the mess he has made. Imaginative and charming, this story illustrates the importance of forgiving children's mishaps. "Balzo acompana a su madre a una tienda donde los ...

On t.p. and cover, the letter "o" in "Cocorina" is represented in both cases by an illustration of the head of a chick.

A woman drives a tractor through town and, thanks to the tractor's noisy engine, can't hear all the things people say about her as she drives by. They comment on her clothes and her hair, but mostly they seem confused as to why a woman is driving a tractor in the first place. A fun, original tale about turning a deaf ear to negativity and prejudice, this story will inspire children to embrace who they are and to believe they can grow up to be ...

Luna is passionate about words. She loves their light and becomes tickled with laughter from them. But one day she realizes that, little by little, the beautiful, gorgeous, and fun words are disappearing from the world--so she decides it's time to act. A poetic tale about the magic of words, this delightful tale invites readers of all ages to enjoy the power that positive words can have. "Luna es una apasionada de las palabras. Ama su luz y se...

When a young boy asks, "Who are you, Mr. Sun?" his innocent question triggers an expansive journey of self-discovery. With the help of Sister Star, he discovers his inner light, a light he also sees in all those around him. From the plants and the animals to the sea and the sky, he learns that he is part of everything, and everything is part of him. The nondenominational approach to the concepts of oneness and higher self offers children a won...

A snail, after traveling the world on a cord around the neck of an adventurer, comes to rest around the neck of Yago, a boy who can barely move and cannot speak, but responds to those around him by changes in his heartbeat.

Though clumsy and sometimes clueless, Clucky is a sympathetic and loving hen. Her three chicks love her unconditionally and would not trade her for the world, but when a malicious rumor begins to circulate in the henhouse, the chicks' understanding and compassion are at stake. This endearing tale told in verse beautifully depicts the eternal and forgiving love of children.

Secrets and mysteries surrounding haunted houses are revealed in this descriptive, illustrated book for curious minds. Answering questions such as What makes a house haunted? Can people live in one? and Do ghosts make good roommates?, this delightful handbook engages and stimulates creativity, and its activities keep children entertained for hours.

The clumsy and clueless Clucky decides to take her three chicks camping in the magical Garden of Mirrors. There, her children discover a thrilling surprise: when they look into the crystal lake, they see the image of their father who lives far away. Perfect for parents and educators, this endearing tale deals with the topic of absent parents through lively illustrations and rhyming text.

Balzo accompanies his mother to a store where children cannot touch anything. To avoid boredom, he pretends to be a caterpillar and accidentally bumps his head and makes a mess. Neither his mother nor the shopkeeper notice the bump but instead give Balzo a hard time because of the mess he has made. Imaginative and charming, this story illustrates the importance of forgiving children's mishaps.

Zaira is a little girl with an imagination so big that she can see dolphins in the town square fountain. One day, she is shocked to find the fountain empty. The children who play in the square and make fun of Zaira for telling make-believe stories are shocked too--when a real fairy arrives to help her. This story full of magic and fun embraces the amazing imagination that breathes life into both children's games and adults' dreams.

Whether it be creating a rainbow out of different-colored handkerchiefs or filling up the sky with flying doves carrying playing cards, the feats carried out by a would-be magician engulf the pages of this entertaining book about quotidian magic."--Amazon.com

Grandpa Monty is a bit confused: he puts the chicken in the washing machine, he gets towels mixed up with napkins and gloves with socks, and he's always forgetting his grandson's name. Luckily, his grandson loves him very much and is willing to risk getting into a little trouble to try to help him remember. Discussing Alzheimer's and dementia, this charming story will help both children and parents cope with tough changes in a family. Offering...

When Princess Nona has simply had enough of being a princess, she leaves her parents' palace and takes her destiny into her own hands, searching for a way of life that's more to her liking. After all, being a fairy tale princess isn't easy. She can't make mistakes, yawn, or scratch her nose. She must be discreet, play the harpsichord, smile all the time, and wait for her Prince Charming to arrive. Children will follow along on Nona's adventure...

Whether it be creating a rainbow out of different colored handkerchiefs or filling up the sky with flying doves carrying playing cards, the feats carried out by a would-be magician fill the pages of this book about everyday magic. Although not really a magician, the main character imagines himself to be one, accomplishing impressive tricks such as changing night into day and back again. This amusing and colorful story helps children discover t...

Winner of: Book of the Year Honor (Gold Medal), 2013 Gelett Burgess Award Whimsical illustrations bring a child's dreams to life in this beautiful and imaginative bedtime story. Every evening when he goes to bed, the night sits at the child's bedside and reads him a story. Some stories are sweet, others are magical, and still others are mysterious, but they all inspire his dreams as he drifts off into a peaceful good night's sleep.