Gifted translators are not celebrated as often as authors or illustrators, but their work is vital to a book's success. SLJ profiles Aida Salazar, the award-winning author who also translated this year's starred book La panza de mamá by Isabel Quintero.
Whether a fan of paranormal mysteries or someone looking for a heartrending novel in verse, these eclectic reads offer something for everyone.
These sweet selections in Spanish and English will inform as well as delight readers and their young listeners.
Día de los Muertos, a holiday with Mexican roots, is a time for family and friends to honor their deceased loved ones. The Day of the Dead is usually celebrated November 1st and 2nd. These five picture books commemorate the day and will help kids get in a festive spirit.
This roundup includes picture books for older readers, works that celebrate family and friendship, and inspirational tales for children that you'll want to add to your Spanish-language collections.
These 10 Spanish-language and bilingual early readers are perfect for early elementary kids starting to read independently.
Works by David Bowles, Meg Medina, Eric Velasquez, and Monica Brown were honored by the Spanish Language Affiliate of the CBC at Bank Street College of Education.
In recent years, there has been a surge of Colombian creators crafting works that celebrate the vibrancy and resiliency of their culture, broadening the diversity and scope of Latino representation in children's publishing.
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