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The beloved story about sharing and friendship in a new Spanish translation by award-winning Mexican-American author David Bowles. La historia querida sobre compartir y amistad en una nueva traducción al español hecho por un escritor chicano premiado.The Rainbow Fish is the most beautiful fish in the entire ocean. Vain and proud, he refuses to share his glittering scales. When the other fish won’t play with him, Rainbow Fish learns that by sharing he can make friends and find happiness. This simple story featuring a beautiful fish who learns an important lesson speaks to readers of all languages. A new translation by Mexican-American author and translator David Bowles, winner of an Américas Award, a Pura Belpré Honor and a Batchelder Honor, among other prizes.The Rainbow Fish was originally written in German by Marcus Pfister and has since been translated into over fifty languages!El Pez Arcoíris es el pez más bello de todo el mar. Vanidoso y orgulloso, se niega a compartir sus escamas relucientes. Cuando los otros peces no quieren jugar con él, el Pez Arcoíris aprende que compartiendo puede hacer amistades y encontrar la felicidad. Esta historia sencilla sobre un hermoso pez que aprende una lección importante conmueve a lectores de todos los idiomas. Una nueva traducción hecho por el escritor mexicano-americano David Bowles, ganador de un Américas Award, un Pura Belpré Honor y un Batchelder Honor, entre otros premios.Escrito originalmente en alemán por Marcus Pfister, El Pez Arcoíris ha sido traducido ya a ¡más de cincuenta idiomas!

The Spanish text is like a beautiful poem, with the father’s words bringing calm and patience to Muriel when she needs them most. . . A magical Spanish picture book that is a must have.–School Library Journal, starred review Avocado seeds and slow growing! A young girl’s impatience turns to wonder as she and her avocado tree gradually change and grow in this story inspired by Israeli artist Taltal Levi’s childhood. Semillas de aguacate y el crecimiento lento! La impaciencia de una niña se convierte en asombro mientras su árbol de aguacate y ella misma cambian y crecen paulatinamente en esta historia inspirado en la infancia propia de la artista israelí Taltal Levi.Muriel is sulking—she celebrated her birthday yesterday under the old avocado tree, but today she’s not even a little bit taller! Dad tells Muriel a secret: She is like the pit of an avocado, he explains, small and full of magic. Together they put an avocado seed in a glass of water by the window and watch as both Muriel and her avocado plant grow, take root, and eventually bring new life. Avocados are ubiquitous and plucked straight from the tree in Taltal Levi’s native country, Israel, as well as throughout Latin America. In her third book, Taltal Levi uses warm, earthy colors to tell a personal yet universal story about the magic of growth. Includes instructions for growing your own avocado tree! Muriel está de mal humor: ayer celebró su cumpleaños bajo el viejo árbol de aguacate, pero hoy está más alta–¡ni un poquito! Papá le cuenta a Muriel un secreto: Ella es como una semilla de aguacate, chiquita pero llena de magia. Juntos, colocan en la ventana una semilla de aguacate en un vaso de agua y observan cómo tanto Muriel como su planta de aguacate crecen, echan raíces y finalmente engendran nueva vida. Los aguacates están en todos partes y se recogen directamente del árbol en el país natal de Taltal Levi, Israel, así como por toda América Latina. En su tercer libro, Taltal Levi utiliza colores cálidos para contar una historia personal pero universal sobre la magia del crecimiento. ¡Incluye instrucciones para cultivar tu propio árbol de aguacate!

¿Es una isla o un barco flotando sobre las aguas? HaiCuba / HaiKuba es una celebración de Cuba en haikus bilingües en español e inglés. Descubre y explora su gente, su cultura y su mundo natural en estos versos tropicales e ilustraciones coloridas. Is it an island or a tiny ship floating upon the waters? HaiCuba / HaiKuba is a celebration of Cuba in bilingual haikus written in Spanish and English. . Discover and explore its people, culture, and natural world through these tropical verses and vibrant illustrations.

Take a hike with this father-daughter adventure that’s sure to inspire you to get outside. ¡Una aventura que te inspirará a salir al aire libre!When a young child reminds her dad about the hike they planned, her father is hesitant —To the tippy top? It’s a great day to watch futbol (soccer). But as the two climb on, her enthusiasm is contagious. Filled with setbacks, surprises, and stunning views, this warm and humorous story highlights in vivid colors the bonding power of a shared experience. A list of creatures at the end prompts a second look for keen-eyed readers to make discoveries of their own. Baptiste Paul and Jacqueline Alcántara (co-creators of The Field) have teamed up again! Baptiste’s humorous and tender text, with a sprinkling of Creole words straight from the Pitons, and Jacqueline Alcántara’s vibrant and evocative illustrations capture the wonder and emotions experienced on the trail and the special relationship between a parent and a child. Un padre quiere pasar el día viendo fútbol en la tele, pero su hija le recuerda que ha prometido subir con ella en una caminata–hasta la cima. A medida que los dos suben, el entusiasmo de la niña se vuelve contagioso. Abundan los contratiempos y las sorpresas pero también las vistas impresionantes. Este divertido cuento de Baptiste Paul y Jacqueline Alcántara —con ilustraciones vibrantes y una pizca de palabras criollas que provienen directamente de las montañas Pitons— captura la maravilla del camino, la relación especial entre un padre y su hija y el poder de una experiencia compartida. Una serie de animales al final del libro invitan a que los lectores hagan sus propios descubrimientos.

Knowledge of our own bodies is a superpower because it helps us understand what's going on inside of us. This is especially true during adolescence--a time of big changes! This book helps readers understand what puberty and adolescence is all about, but more importantly, an illustrated guide to help you get to know your body . . . and yourself, and put you on the path to feeling good in your own skin. With an authoritative yet welcoming voice, the author guides boys through the changes going on in their bodies with a focus on body positivity. Readers will come away from the book knowing that no matter what their body is doing, it’s okay and perfect for them!

In book 5 of this outer space adventure series, Olivia finally reveals the truth to others, and it’s terrifying. Back on earth, computers are gaining power and they’re already unstoppable. They’re capturing people, their main competition when it comes to energy consumption, and killing them. In order to survive, a viable number of people must escape earth - and Kepler62 is their destination of choice. Unfortunately, the Whisperers are deemed too powerful to exist alongside humans, which means they need to be eliminated before any more people arrive. Joni, who is carrying a virus that shall wipe them out, is chosen to complete the task. But Joni goes into hiding. Meanwhile Ari and Marie also discover that the extra travel capsule on their space craft is now open and empty. Whoever travelled in it is now awake and on Kepler62 . . .

Understanding Adolescence For Girls is a frank discussion about puberty and growing up with a focus on creating a positive relationship with your body.Knowledge of our own bodies is a superpower because it helps us understand what's going on inside of us. This is especially true during adolescence--a time of big changes! This book helps readers understand what puberty and adolescence is all about, but more importantly, an illustrated guide to help you get to know your body . . . and yourself, and put you on the path to feeling good in your own skin. With an authoritative yet welcoming voice, the author guides girls through the changes going on in their bodies with a focus on body positivity. Readers will come away from the book knowing that no matter what their body is doing, it’s okay and perfect for them!

"How is spring celebrated in Japan? When is the Jewish New Year? And what do people wear to the Venice Carnival? Come find out in this anthology that takes you around the world. Discover the smells, tastes, sights, and ... traditions of festivals from every season--filled with interesting facts and bold, bright illustrations. This truly international collection includes celebrations and traditions such as Nowruz, Holi, Rosh Hashanah, Sogkran, Christmas, Hanukkah, Diwali, Eid Al-Adha, Carnival, Halloween, O-Bon, Thanksgiving, the Dragon Boat Festival, Saint Patrick's Day, and many more"--

Ohren können deutlich mehr als nur Schallwellen aufzunehmen. Im Tierreich sind Ohren mitunter der entscheidende Vorteil! Die Stellung seiner Ohren hilft etwa dem fliehenden Hasen, seinen Verfolger zu verwirren und abzuhängen. Manche Tiere können ihre Ohren zuklappen und damit den Körper schützen, oder sie dienen zur Abkühlung. Ob Lang-, Pinsel- oder Koboldohren, sie können viel über Tiere, ihre Gewohnheiten und Lebensräumen erzählen. Lena Anlauf gibt spannende Einblicke ins Tierreich für alle, die es genau wissen wollen. Vitali Konstantinov stellt uns in beeindruckenden Porträts die einzelnen Tiere vor. Dabei zeigt er Persönlichkeiten mit Witz und viel Liebe zum Detail.

Walter Falter ist ein schüchterner Nachtfalter. Er bleibt am liebsten auf seinem stillen Dachboden. Doch in Walter schlummert eine feurige Leidenschaft : Im Herzen ist er Schlagzeuger. Einziges Problem : Walter hat gar kein Schlagzeug, geschweige denn eine Band. Der Falter himmelt Marie Käferchen an, sein Idol. Bei einem Konzert von ihr passiert das Unvorstellbare : Walter selbst tritt jetzt ins Rampenlicht. Kai Lüftner reimt in waghalsigen Rhythmen die Geschichte von einem, der vermeintlich unter dem Radar fliegt. Wiebke Rauers bereitet unserem scheuen Helden so mitreißend die Bühne, dass man ein Walter-Falter-Autogramm möchte.

THE MIGHT is the furious conclusion to the fantasy epic THE RAVEN RINGS and is about the search for one's own roots, prejudices, power struggles, arrogance and love.I loved (Odin's Child) deeply from the first to the last word, and was instantly and thoroughly immersed. -- Laini Taylor, bestselling author of Daughter of Smoke and Bone. ...The story examines and upends everything its characters believe in, including their world, their history, their faith, and themselves, while intertwining elements of politics and Norse mythology with a side of forbidden romance. Kirkus Reviews Blood magic, blackmail, and battle rock a rich world of fading magic to its core in this internationally bestselling Norwegian epic fantasy. Publishers Weekly The intrigue, scope, and depth of His Dark Materials, set in an immersive Nordic world as fierce and unforgettable as its characters.  Rosaria Munda, author Fireborne/Flamefall - Aurelian Cycle The world building is stupendous. MidWest Book Review HIrka has been sent to the world of the blind, a powerful and immortal people whom she has been taught to fear since infancy--and who now see her as their only chance to reignite a thousand-year-old war. The blind will use Hirka's ability to travel between worlds to return to Ym, the land where Hirka grew up and where the blind were betrayed all those years ago. And this time, they will prevail. Hirka is torn between her loyalties to the people who birthed her and the people who raised her, between the savior she is expected to be and the individual she wants to be. And every choice she makes pulls her further away from Rime, the love of her life, who is doing everything he can to stop Ym from falling to pieces all around him.  A million things stand between Hirka and Rime. But only together can they stop the end of the worlds.     \

"It's summertime for eleven-year-old Marcus goes with his mother to a new city, where she'll be working for the summer. Marcus is looking forward to it because he knows he can be himself there--the person he really is. Within the first day of arriving, Marcus meets Mikkel, a neighborhood boy who looks totally dangerous with his aggressive and energetic appearance, and with his body full of tattoos. It turns out the tattoos are made by Mikkel's brother and are actually in Indian ink, but still. Mikkel challenges Marcus in a number of skateboard tricks (both are addictive skateboarders), and after a crash where Mikkel helps Marcus, they become best friends. Blood brothers--bros!--something that means you'll do anything for each other and always tell the truth. But Marcus is struggling with a specific issue. Should he tell Mikkel this special thing, something that effects Marcus' whole life? Marcus was at birth assigned a female gender, although Marcus has always known he is a boy. It is just the others around him who have a hard time understanding, including his friends at school, his grandma, and his father. King Bro! is an emotional, poignant look at knowing who you are, but struggle with knowing how you'll be accepted for being your true self."--

"An only child daydreams about what her life would be like if she had a little sister. Perhaps several little sisters. Or, even, lots and lots of little sisters. She imagines all the fun they could have... Playing together. Sharing treats. Getting into mischief. But what if she never gets to be a big sister?"

An edge-of-your-seat sci-fi adventure series illustrated in full color that follows a group of children are selected for a mission to save the mankind! Their astonishing journey brings them to the outer reaches of our solar system.The fourth book in the adventure series continues the edge-of-your-seat story of the young pioneers who travel to the distant planet Kepler62. In this story, the lush, green planet that they land on is more suitable for life than anyone could have imagined. It’s like a paradise compared to the barren earth they left behind. Once the children start building their base camp they find traces of other forms of life. Will they be friendly or hostile? Meanwhile, Ari and Marie are becoming increasingly disillusioned by Olivia’s secrecy surrounding the mission. And when Joni falls ill, the children look for help elsewhere – with disastrous results.

An edge-of-your-seat sci-fi adventure series illustrated in full color that follows a group of children are selected for a mission to save the mankind! Their astonishing journey brings them to the outer reaches of our solar system.The third book in the exciting adventure series continues the edge-of-your-seat storyline. The children who have been selected are about to be launched into outer space to look for new worlds that may support life. A shuttle transports the young travelers to a launching pad, where three space crafts await: the Niña, the Pinta and the Santa María. Olivia, a young doctor, is in charge of the expedition. But Ari suspects they haven’t been told the full truth about the tasks that await them. Their long voyage to the unknown begins...

An action-packed story about a group of children with a unique ability to jump into paintings and move around in them!

"In this follow-up to The Year My Life Turned Upside Down, we follow 15-year-old Franny as she now has to have her life uprooted for the second time in a year, and this time she is moving to Japan to follow her father as he continues his research there. Far away from anything she knows, Franny deals with cultural differences as best as she can, with varying levels of success. She is able to find some respite when she befriends the super cute son of her dad's boss, who also attends her new school. Told in diary format with illustrations on every page, readers will connect with Franny's honest and humorous travails which include everything from the everyday worries of making friends at a new school to the heightened feelings of missing her best friend ex-boyfriend back home, while also realizing she may have feelings for another boy. Never mind the secret her father has been keeping from her for who knows how long!"--

“A valuable, necessary lesson that beautifully defines peace for children and their adults.”–School Library Journal, starred review A stunning and multicultural introduction to the concept of peace for young readers, now available in paperback. Peace is on purpose. Peace is a choice. Peace lets the smallest of us have a voice.From a hello and pronouncing your friend’s name correctly to giving more than you take and saying I’m sorry, this simple concept book explores definitions of peace and actions small and big that foster it.Award-winning authors, Baptiste Paul and Miranda Paul, have teamed up with illustrator Estelí Meza—winner of the ‘A la Orilla del Viento’ the premier Picture Book Contest Award in Mexico—to create an inspiring look at things we can all do to bring peace into our lives and world.

Everyone’s favorite tushy-tooting frog is back! A humorous story for silly kids who erupt in laughter at the word FART!Farley the frog has a problem—he can’t stop farting. While his sister thinks it’s funny, his parents and his teacher are not amused. The doctor says it’s only gas and it will pass. The trouble is, it does! Comic pictures and a tongue-in-cheek text relate how Farley and his family learn that it’s better to fart and bear the shame than not to fart and bear the pain!

"Overpopulation has caused earth's natural resources to diminish, and people are struggling to survive. Thirteen-year-old Ari is looking after his little brother Joni, who has fallen ill with a mysterious virus. The boys manage to get hold of a copy of Kepler62, the newest computer game that everyone's talking about and which is supposed to be almost impossible to complete. Working together, the brothers manage the impossible and they soon discover that Kepler62 is more than just a game. It's an invitation - for an adventure." --

Something big stands between Amélie and Vincent: lifeAmélie and Vincent meet as students at the Sorbonne at the end of the 1980s. It's love at first sight for both, but neither dares confess their feelings to the other. Neither of them feels like they are 'good enough', no one makes the first move, or is courageous enough to take hold of the joy before them… They agree to meet again, but the young woman is late. And in those few minutes, it's not just a date she misses out on, but her entire life. The young man and woman get swept up by life as it carries them towards fates they no longer control, jobs they didn't choose, marriages and relationships that become rocky. Life that takes them down paths, through doors, into hallways, for ten, twenty or thirty years… It is the story of two lives in parallel across the decades, the story of Amélie and Vincent's relationships and careers, the story of chance encounters that bring them together again and again. But is it ever the 'right' time for this thwarted love?

"Children from all over the world are trying to complete the game. Marie, the fourteen-year-old daughter of a wealthy arms manufacturer in Norway, uses unorthodox methods to win. But what is her prize? Marie is flown to Area 51 in Nevada, where she's recruited into a select group of children who are leaving earth to investigate and settle on a faraway planet believed to be capable of supporting life. Marie is advised not to partake on the mission but it's no longer a matter of choice."--Book jacket.

Nothing less than our democracy is at stake. Since Donald Trump's presidency, there has been great concern about the state of democratic debate culture. And an increasingly unforgiving and heated rhetoric can be observed in this country as well. In his disturbing wake-up call, Birand Bingül suggests that this is part of a propaganda strategy that seeks the collapse of political and social dialogue - and thus attacks the very core of liberal democracy. What is clear is this: To protect our democracy, we must see through the propaganda, because only then can we develop counter-strategies.

"The girl's slim neck was exposed above the low neckline of her dress, and it glowed nearly white in the light of the moon. A stream of icy fear ran through my chest as the man grabbed the other end of the cord and held it taut before him. 'Watch out, ' I shouted uselessly. She could not hear me, after all. I was not there, and this had already happened, maybe a few months ago, maybe hundreds of years." Anna is a loner who only hangs out with her dog Monster. She's used to others either dismissing her or looking right through her, but when high school starts back up, she's suddenly surrounded by classmates seeking her company. Why do good-looking Mathias, charming Luna, and alluring Varnar suddenly want to be friends with her? Can she trust them, or is there something behind it? Anna can see events in the past, but the dream-like visions suddenly become very real when a series of bestial muders of young girls take place in the area of northern Denmark where she lives. Murders that she has seen in her dreams. Anna soon learns the murders are linked to an ancient prophecy of Ragnarèok and supernatural forces are at work because her new friends are directly connected to the Norse gods, and all carry a knowledge of who she really is"--

"Carag is back at school for a new semester. When a study trip takes him into town, he and his friends arrive just after an overnight bank robbery has been discovered, and there has been a series of mysterious burglaries in the area too. It seems impossible for a human to have committed them...so they wonder if a woodwalker is involved. Carag and his friends take it upon themselves to search for the burgular and also help Holly as she hides away. While helping Holly, they run across a wolf cub who has been left by its parents, and doesn't know it's a woodwalker"--

Four girls receive invitations to apply for a school they've never heard of and make it through the unusual testing process to find themselves placed in a magical boarding school for students with powers. Once the school year begins, a young woman's spirit urges the new girls to solve her murder which has been cold since the 1980s -- but unbeknownst to them, doing so will put them in mortal danger.

"When Mama knits three red sweaters for her squirrel children, they venture out into the woods to celebrate the changing colors of autumn."--

"Publicado originalmente en Suiza bajo el titulo Regenbogenfisch komm hilf mir!"--Title page verso.