Raúl Colón
1) Imagine!
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"When a boy visits an art museum and one of the paintings comes to life, he has an afternoon of adventure and discovery [that] changes how he sees the world ever after"--Provided by publisher.
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"With so much to do in so little time, Mari is constantly on the move, flitting from flower to flower, practicing her camouflage poses, and planning for migration. She's the busiest butterfly around. But does being productive mean she is happy? With the guidance of a thoughtful flower bud, Mari soon learns the secret to being happy and at home with who she already is."--inside jacket.
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"What does it take to make a perfect family meal? Is it the forks, spoons, plates, and napkins? Maybe it’s sister’s lemonade, Papi’s guacamole, or delicious meatballs and ravioli eyed by a hungry pup. When it’s time to sit down and dig in, there’s one thing everybody agrees they need to do, 'Baby, baby, pass the baby!' This...picture book about one (rather large) diverse family dinner table captures the buzz and hum of a shared meal, with...
7) Abuelo
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An illustrated story about a boy and his grandfather, and the family bond that can span miles.
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An illustrated portrait of astronomer Henrietta Swan Leavitt traces the years she spent measuring stars from her position at the Harvard College Observatory and her important discoveries that enabled the scientific community to gain a fuller understanding of the universe's vast size.
11) Pandora
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Retells the Greek myth in which Pandora, created by the gods, was told not to open the forbidden jar, an instruction she was not able to follow.
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"Angela is six years old and worries for the Baby Jesus on the altar of St. Joseph's Church newar School House Lane in Limerick, Ireland, where she lives. December nights are damp and cold, and the church is dark. The Baby Jesus's mother doesn't even have a blanket to cover him. The Baby is sure to need Angela's help, even if she is not allowed to step near the altar, especially by herself." --book jacket
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"As Esperanza and her family settle into their new house, they all do their part to make it a home. When other immigrant families need a place to stay, it seems only natural for the family in la casita to help. Together they turn the house into a place where other new immigrants can help one another. Esperanza is always the first to welcome them to la casita. It’s a safe place in a new land."--publisher's website.
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After a young boy goes to sleep upset that he's getting a book for his birthday, he's visited in the night by Patience and Fortitude, the two stone lions who guard the New York Public Library. Soon, he's magically whisked away from his cozy home in the Bronx, and the two mighty lions show him the wonder of the library. There, the inquisitive Latino boy discovers the power of books and their role not only in his own life, but also in the lives of the...
19) Annie and Helen
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"With Annie's help, Hellen Keller would grow up to become one of the most accomplished women of her time. And here's how it all began. the remarkable story of Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan has captured the hearts and imaginations of children--and adults--for more than a century. Now comes a gorgeous picture book, with excerpts form Annie's own letters, that provides the perfect introduction to this brilliant student and her extraordinary teacher."...
20) Light for all
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"Discover the myriad contributions that all immigrants have made as they come to join family or start their own lives together in a new country they call home. Coming with their hopes, dreams, and determination, generations of immigrants have made the fabric of this country diverse, vivid, and welcoming. This vibrant and timely celebration demonstrates the thousands of immigrants who built America and the importance of having acceptance and light...