From the bustling streets of New York City to the cobblestones of Seville and the silver mines high in the Andes Mountains of Bolivia, Carmen is off on another quest to stop VILE in this heart-poundin
A poignant, coming of age story about a Cuban-American girl trying to figure out where she belongs―both in her ballet-loving family and the wider world. Perfect for fans of Front Desk and Merci Suárez Changes Gears.It’s a good thing Sofía Acosta loves dreaming up costumes, because otherwise she’s a ballet disaster―unlike her parents, who danced under prima ballerina Alicia Alonso before immigrating to the suburbs of New York. Luckily, when the Acostas host their dancer friends from Cuba for a special performance with the American Ballet Theatre, Sofía learns there’s more than dance holding her family together. Between swapping stories about Cuba and sharing holiday celebrations, the Acostas have never been more of a team. Then Sofía finds out about the dancers’ secret plans to defect to the United States, and makes a serious mistake―she confides in her best friend, only to discover that Tricia doesn’t want “outsiders” moving to their community. Now Sofía wonders what the other
"Beautiful and wise, [this] is a gem of a book." --Adam Gidwitz, Newbery Honor-winning author of The Inquisitor's Tale Just right for fans of Pam Munoz Ryan, this story of moving out and moving on is
"Beautiful and wise, [this] is a gem of a book." --Adam Gidwitz, Newbery Honor-winning author of The Inquisitor's TaleJust right for fans of Pam Muñoz Ryan, this story of moving out and moving
The Spanish language edition of this heartwarming classic in the making about a young boy who is in a new town and doesn't have much, but with the help of a loving community discovers the joys of his
REINA RAMOS WORKS IT OUT is the first title in a new Level Two I Can Read! series about Reina Ramos, a loyal friend whose high-spirited antics sometimes cause chaos, but who always finds a way to make things right. For wax museum day at school, Reina Ramos is excited to dress up as Frida Kahlo and present her report in character. Frida is strong, just like Reina’s mami and abuela. Plus, Reina has the perfect headband for the costume. But when her best friend Nora picks Frida first, Reina doesn’t know what to do. Why would Nora do that? And who will Reina dress up as now?Reina Ramos is one of the first Latina characters in the I Can Read! program. Four titles are planned. Author Emma Otheguy brings to life an exciting new character and Andrés Landazábal’s illustrations are a beautiful tribute to Latine culture and diversity.Reina Ramos Works It Out is a Level Two I Can Read! book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. The story contains several Spanish
