In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, many schools and libraries in the United States are looking for high-quality books in Spanish to share with students and their families. But as the population of Spanish-speaking people in the U.S. continues to grow, there is increasing demand among schools and libraries for Spanish-language content year-round.

As of July 1, 2022, there were 63.7 million people who identify as Hispanic living in the U.S., the Census Bureau reports, making it the nation’s largest racial or ethnic minority—representing 19 percent of the total population. Thirteen U.S. states had at least one million Hispanic residents in 2022: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington.

A range of factors are spurring U.S. schools and libraries to expand their Spanish-language offerings.

Schools with dual-language programs need high-quality content for children to read and write in both English and Spanish. In households where Spanish is the primary language, offering Spanish-language books gives children content they can read with their families. What’s more, books from Spanish-language authors and regions allow students from these cultures to see themselves represented in the books they read, which is critical for them to develop both a love of reading and pride in their identity.

“We’re seeing more representation in school libraries not just from Mexico but from other Spanish-speaking countries,” says Miguel Briones, a teacher, author, and founder of Know Culture Publishing. “I think it’s really important that, as publishers, we keep elevating these kinds of stories.”

As Susan Dobinick, assistant publisher at Astra Books for Young Readers, notes, “This market is here, it’s growing—and it’s important to give schools and families what they’re looking for.”

Here are some of the top Spanish-language titles for the U.S. market this fall.

Lectorum Publications

Lectorum began in 1960 as a trade bookstore, catering to the needs of the general public and college students in the New York metropolitan area. The company soon became a nationwide distribution center for Spanish-language titles, serving public schools, libraries, universities, and bookstores. Since then, it has grown to become the largest distributor of Spanish-language books in the country, with more than 25,000 titles from over 500 publishers. It also publishes its own books, mostly Spanish translations of books from popular English-language authors such as Dr. Seuss and Shel Silverstein.

“We curate books for children up to age 14,” says President and CEO Alex Correa. “We are a major vendor for the New York City Department of Education and other school systems.”

Orión y la oscuridad (Orion and the Dark), written and illustrated by Emma Yarlett, February 2024, ISBN 9788414055564, is a picture book for children ages four and up about a little boy named Orion who’s afraid of many things, especially the dark. One night, the Dark comes alive and takes him on an adventure to help him overcome his fears—and the pair end up forming the unlikeliest of friendships.

Orris y Timble: el comienzo (Orris and Timble: The Beginning) by Kate DiCamillo, illustrated by Carmen Mok, April 2024, ISBN 9781646840328, is about another unlikely friendship. Orris the rat lives all by himself in a barn surrounded by his most cherished possessions. One day, his solitude is interrupted by a small owl caught in a trap. Should Orris free the owl, knowing that owls eat rodents? In this beginning chapter book, multiple award-winning author DiCamillo presents children with a moving story about kindness and friendship.

¡El mejor del mundo! (The Greatest in the World!), written and illustrated by Ben Clanton, March 2024, ISBN 9788426148858, is the first installment in an amusing new graphic novel chapter book series for students in grades 1–3. Rot is a mutant potato who wakes up feeling great, maybe even…the greatest in the world! But that only makes Rot’s brother the grumpiest in the world. The solution? An epic contest to prove who’s the greatest once and for all, judged by their little sister.

Tom Gates: relatos de humor geniales (de cinco estrellas) (Tom Gates: Five Star Stories (Hooray!)), written and illustrated by Liz Pichon, May 2024, ISBN 9788469642566, is the 21st book in the best-selling Tom Gates series of graphic novels for students in grades 3–5, which take the form of an illustrated diary. In this installment, Tom needs to write a story for school. What topic will he pick: his sister, his famous rock collection, or his Great Great Aunt Aggie's crazy hat? To get five stars from his teacher, Tom must ensure that nothing distracts him.

Ferris, September 2024, ISBN 9781646840335, is a middle-grade novel by DiCamillo. The summer before Emma Phineas Wilkey, whom everyone calls Ferris, is about to start fifth grade is also the summer her grandmother Charisse sees a ghost, her sister Pinky wants to be an outlaw, and her Uncle Ted leaves her aunt and moves into the basement to paint the history of the world. How will Ferris manage to deal with the ghost, her sister, and her uncle sending her to spy on her aunt—all at the same time?

Astra Publishing House

New York-based Astra Publishing House is dedicated to publishing books for children and adults that celebrate excellent storytelling, have a strong point of view, and introduce readers to new perspectives about their lives and the lives of others.

The company publishes about 75 original titles per year, and its books for children range from board books to young adult novels. Much of this content is published simultaneously in English and Spanish, as “Astra is seeing a huge demand among educators for materials aimed at Spanish-speaking families,” says Susan Dobinick, assistant publisher at Astra Books for Young Readers.

In El verde de mis sueños (Dreams of Green) by Mariel Jungkunz, illustrated by Mónica Paola Rodriguez, October 2023, ISBN 9781662620393, a young girl named Lucia is worried that the Three Kings won’t be able to find her when her family moves from Puerto Rico to snowy Ohio. But as her family celebrates Three Kings Day in their new home, Lucia realizes she can carry her culture with her wherever she goes.

Tata, Tatita, tata (Come Closer, Tatita) by Imapla, March 2024, ISBN 9781662651625, is a moving picture book about a girl who misses her grandmother, whom she calls Tatita. The story doesn’t specify whether she misses her tata because she lives in a faraway place, is ill, or has passed away. Yet the book’s message is that your family remains in your heart, no matter what—and you can always hold them in your memory.

Cuentos de noche: Relatos de Latinoamérica (Night Stories: Folktales from Latin America) by Liniers, introduction by David Bowles, June 2024, ISBN 9781662665363, is an amusing and energetic retelling of three classic Latin American folktales the author grew up with, written and illustrated in a kid-friendly comic style. The stories feature a creature who lures young men to her underwater domain in the Amazon basin; an enormous owl with the face of a woman who terrorizes people venturing out after dark; and a spooky light that menaces travelers on the Argentine pampas. The book’s back matter includes information about these myths and where they originate.

¡Llámenme Roberto! (Call Me Roberto!) by MLB.com journalist Nathalie Alonso, illustrated by Rudy Gutierrez, August 2024, ISBN 9781662680915, is a nonfiction picture book about being proud of one’s identity. It tells the inspirational story of Roberto Clemente, who endured years of racism and discrimination to become one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Many Pittsburgh Pirates fans loved his bold style on the field, but not everyone was quick to embrace a Black man from Puerto Rico. The title is a reference to how some baseball writers would Americanize Clemente’s name as “Bob” or “Robert” in their stories.

Las magníficas plantitas bailadoras de Mamá (Mamá’s Magnificent Dancing Little Plants) by Jesús Trejo, illustrated by Eliza Kinkz, September 2024, ISBN 9781662651762, is a picture book about a young boy named Jesús who’s tasked with taking care of his mother’s houseplants. Jesús does an excellent job keeping them watered, entertained, and happy—until an unfortunate accident during a dance party throws him into crisis mode. “It’s a wonderful story about family and connection,” Dobinick says.

This book is the second collaboration between this author and illustrator. The first won the prestigious Pura Belpré Award for Latino authors and illustrators whose work best portrays the Latino cultural experience in a work of literature for children.

The Collective Book Studio

Founded in 2019 by Angela Engel, who also serves as publisher, The Collective Book Studio is an independent, full-service partnership publisher that produces high-quality lifestyle, food, gift, and children’s books, with a focus on elevating underrepresented voices. By the end of 2024, the company will have published close to 100 titles.

Engel is committed to publishing children’s books in both English and Spanish. “It’s so important to understand the types of books that are needed in the communities we represent,” she explains. As a company that’s based in Oakland, California, “Spanish is a language that we learn, speak, and celebrate.”

Seré la luna: Una historia de inmigración (I’ll Be the Moon: A Migrant Child’s Story) by Phillip D. Cortez, illustrated by Mafs Rodríguez Alpide, January 2024, ISBN 9781685554774, is a heartwarming immigration tale about a young girl’s courage and the distance she travels to be with a family member. In her journey north to the United States with her mother, the girl is shepherded by the moon as she aims to reunite with her father across the border. With vivid words and imaginative illustrations, the book shows how la luna brings light to the darkness and guides us to those we love.

“Cortez’s simple but rich telling of a child’s view of crossing the desert brilliantly engages all of the senses as you follow the desert path with the moon as a guide,” says Rebecca Calderon, coordinator of library services and innovative learning for Texas’ Ysleta Independent School District.

The English-language version of the book was published in October 2023, and the Spanish-language version was released three months later. “I felt strongly that we couldn’t publish an English-language version without also publishing in Spanish,” Engel says.

La mosca que voló al espacio (The Fly Who Flew to Space) by Lauren Sánchez, illustrated by Raleigh Stewart, September 2024, ISBN 9781685557676, is about a bold and inquisitive fly named Flynn who daydreams of becoming an astronaut.

School is hard, but especially when there’s an attention-grabbing rocket company just down the road. (Flynn lives in Houston, within earshot of the NASA Space Center.) One day while exploring, Flynn flies aboard a rocket ship that suddenly takes off. Readers follow Flynn on an exciting journey to space to learn more about our precious planet—from amazing natural wonders like the rainforest to the atmosphere that protects it all.

With a book jacket that doubles as a glow-in-the-dark poster and an interior page that also glows, this engaging picture book features exquisitely detailed illustrations by Clio-award winner Stewart. It introduces children to important STEAM concepts while also celebrating qualities such curiosity, discovery, and risk-taking.

The author, Sánchez, is an Emmy Award-winning journalist. Growing up in Albuquerque, New Mexico, she looked to her father, a former flight instructor, and dreamed of one day becoming a pilot. After a distinguished career in journalism, Sánchez finally got her pilot’s license in her 40s, which ultimately led her to found her own aviation company in 2016—proving you’re never too old to chase your dreams, Engel says.

Sánchez’s experience as a mother, coupled with her love of storytelling and adventure, motivated her to write her first children’s book—and she hopes this book inspires kids everywhere to chase their dreams. As a Latina pilot, she also hopes to inspire young girls to pursue STEAM careers.

Chesapeake Press

Chesapeake Press launched in 2021 with the goal of engaging the next generation in our democratic process. The company’s books, podcast, blog, and curriculum materials are designed to introduce civics education to readers in grades K–8. Chesapeake Press has developed curriculum materials to help teachers integrate each of its titles into instruction.

“We’re saving American democracy, one kid at a time,” says founder Marie Daley, the publishing name of writer Kitty Felde. Felde is an award-winning public radio journalist, writer, and TEDx speaker.

The first few books the company published are Felde’s middle-grade mystery series, “The Fina Mendoza Mysteries,” described as The West Wing meets Nancy Drew. Available in both English and Spanish, the books follow the adventures of the 10-year-old daughter of a California congressman who solves mysteries inside the U.S. Capitol with the help of her dog, Senator Something. The award-winning series, which gives students a behind-the-scenes look at how government works (and doesn’t work), has been praised by members of Congress on both sides of the political aisle.

In Bienvenida a Washington Fina Mendoza (Welcome to Washington Fina Mendoza), July 2023, ISBN 9781737097860, legend has it that anyone who sees the Demon Cat of Capitol Hill will be cursed with bad luck—and Fina just saw it. The only way for Fina to save her family from future “cat”astrophe is to solve the Demon Cat’s mystery.

In Estado de la unión: Los misterios de Fina Mendoza (State of the Union: A Fina Mendoza Mystery), August 2024, ISBN 9781737097877, a mysterious bird poops on the president’s head during the State of the Union address. Can Fina outsmart the Capitol Police and the Secret Service to find the bird and uncover its secret message?

Losing is Democratic: How to Talk to Kids About January 6th, January 2024, ISBN 9798989493449, is a short Fina Mendoza novella with an important message. As Fina watches the mob break into the Capitol on TV, she wonders: Is her papa okay? Most of Fina’s classmates have parents who work inside the building as well. Their teacher calms their fears and turns the event into a teaching opportunity as students discuss the importance of both winning and losing, whether it’s a baseball game, a reading competition, or an election. The publisher is in the process of creating a Spanish-language translation of this book.

Lerner Publishing Group

Minneapolis-based Lerner Publishing Group is one of the nation’s largest independent children’s book publishers, with 14 imprints. The company publishes about 50 Spanish-language titles per year, with an active—and growing—list of 400 Spanish titles altogether.

“We’re committed to publishing books in Spanish for kids to be able to read and learn in Spanish and see themselves in the books they read,” says Executive Vice President and Editor-in-Chief Andy Cummings. “We want to give students a lot of options to choose from.”

Pieza a pieza (Piece by Piece) by Lupe Ruiz-Flores, illustrated by Anna López Real, August 2024, ISBN 9798765644034, is a narrative nonfiction picture book for children ages 5–9. It tells the true story of a young Mexican American girl with an affinity for woodworking. During the Great Depression, her family had to rely on food aid from the federal government. Because she had been raised to express gratitude, she used the wooden crates the food was shipped in to create a year-long woodworking project that she sent to President Franklin D. Roosevelt as a token of her appreciation, and her project still resides in the Roosevelt Library.

“Bo en The Buzz” (“Bo at The Buzz”) by Elliott Smith, illustrated by Subi Bosa, August 2024, is a series of six early chapter books for students in grades 1–3 about a boy named Bo who lives above his pop-pop’s barbershop, The Buzz. In Bo y el juego de baloncesto (Bo and the Basketball Game), ISBN 9798765623916, Bo wants to be the star of his basketball team, but he can’t make a shot—and he must find another way to help his team win their first game. The stories “show the joy of life in the neighborhood around The Buzz,” Cummings says.

“Lo mejor del deporte de todos los tiempos” (“Sports’ Greatest of All Time”) is a popular series featuring short profiles of current and legendary athletes who’ve excelled in various sports. Six new Spanish-language titles are coming out in August 2024, including G.O.A.T. en la gimnasia (Gymnastics’ G.O.A.T.) by Joe Levit, ISBN 9798765623992, which students may find interesting in the wake of the Summer Olympics. The other new titles focus on boxing, track and field, tennis, golf, and professional wrestling.

Familius

Fresno, California-based Familius was founded in 2012 with a simple mission: to help families be happy. Each of the 60 or so books that Familius publishes each year aligns with the “Ten Habits of Happy Family Life” that the company has identified, says Sales and Marketing Director Ashley Mireles-Guerrero: love, play, learn, work, talk, heal, read, eat, give, and laugh together.

Recognizing a need for Spanish-language content among multigenerational, multilingual families, Familius began publishing books in Spanish around 2018. Among its first Spanish-language offerings was Proud to Be Latino: Food/Comida by Ashley Marie Mireles, illustrated by Edith Valle, September 2019, ISBN 9781641701549. This bilingual board book teaches children ages 3­–5 how different Latin American countries use similar ingredients to create unique regional dishes. The dishes and their descriptions are given in both English and Spanish, with the Spanish text appearing on the left-hand page and the English text appearing on the right.

One of Familius’s best-selling picture books is Made for Me, a poem that Miami jazz club owner Zach Bush wrote in honor of his first child. The English-language version was published in April 2021, and one month later Familius released a Spanish-language version: Naciste para mi by Zach Bush, illustrated by Gregorio de Lauretis, May 2021, ISBN 9781641704854. Mireles-Guerrero describes it as “a very emotional book” that resonates with fathers in particular.

In November 2024, Familius will simultaneously release English and Spanish versions of a picture book about Three Kings Day—a Latin American celebration of the Magi’s welcoming of the baby Jesus on January 6. ¡Genial, Llegó el Día de Reyes! (Hooray, It’s Three Kings Day!) by Annette M. Clayton, illustrated by Jone Leal, ISBN 9781641708715, tells the story of a young girl named Sofia, whose grandmother arrives from Puerto Rico to live with her. Sofia’s abuela teaches her all about Three Kings Day and its traditions, including leaving shoes under her bed for the Magi to deliver presents.

For children ages 5–7, the book includes four pages of back matter with traditional recipes, a Spanish glossary, and details about how this holiday is celebrated in different countries around the world.

MakeMake

Based in Bogotá, Colombia, MakeMake is a subscription-based digital library of Spanish-language content for schools and libraries. It includes unlimited, simultaneous access to carefully selected books in Spanish for kids ages 3–14 from more than 70 of the best Latin American publishers, as well reading guides for educators and live events with Latin American authors.

The school version of the service integrates with Google Classroom and other popular learning management systems, as well as single sign-on services such as Clever and ClassLink—allowing teachers to import class rosters, assign specific books to students, create book clubs, and track students’ reading activity. Wisconsin’s Madison Metropolitan School District is among the school systems using the platform to expand students’ access to Spanish-language content. Public library customers in the United States include Los Angeles and Austin, Texas.

The platform offers a wide variety of content for students, including interactive books with read-along features and animations, as well as graphic novels, picture books, chapter books, short stories, and poetry. Its simple and intuitive interface allows users to search for books by topic, genre, or reading level.

In February 2024, MakeMake received the 2024 Bologna Ragazzi CrossMedia Award for the Best Digital Reading Experience given by the Bologna Book Fair in Italy, one of the world’s premier book fairs.

This fall, MakeMake will launch a comprehensive literacy instruction system in Spanish for students in grades K–5. Created in partnership with Tatami Learning, an Argentinian company, the system will include specialized reading software and precise metrics for measuring success; carefully chosen age-appropriate authentic Latin American eBooks; and teaching guides to help educators integrate the books into their reading programs, transforming students into confident readers and writers in Spanish.

The first sets of materials, aimed at students in grades 1–3, will be available this fall as a free demo for selected schools. The full launch of the product for grades K–5 is scheduled for February 2025.

“We’re giving teachers the tools they need to make the most of these books for instruction,” says MakeMake Founder Catalina Holguín. “We have done the legwork of finding publishers and preselecting high-quality content.”

Know Culture Publishing

Know Culture Publishing was founded in 2021 by Miguel Briones, an ESL EC-6 Certified educator, award-winning author, and community advocate. All the company’s books are bilingual, with the Spanish-language text appearing first and the English translation second.

“Our mission is to foster a holistic, equitable, and compassionate approach to teaching literacy,” Briones says. “We aim to empower students, families, and school district staff by improving literacy and writing through the creation of culturally relevant bilingual books, bilingual author visits, speaking engagements, and youth writing workshops.”

Como Mi Padrino (Like My Godfather) by Miguel A. Briones, ISBN 9780578288697, won an honorable mention from the International Latino Book Awards when it first published in 2023, and it’s being reprinted in December 2024. It’s the story of Miguelito, a young Chicano traversing a world of peer pressure, fear, anxiety, and anger as he grows up in a tough El Paso, Texas neighborhood. But the dark cloud lifts when Miguelito discovers his purpose after he’s introduced to a family member he’s never met before—and he finds true acceptance for the first time. The story is based on Briones’ own life experience, “intertwined with some of the struggles I saw in my own students’ lives,” he says.

Macho No Machismo (Macho Not Machismo) by Miguel A. Briones, illustrated by Isa Medina, September 2023, ISBN 9798990270718, aims to help younger readers understand the difference between someone who is “macho,” or strong and manly, and someone who exhibits “machismo,” a toxic, sexist, and bullying form of masculinity. As Briones explains it: “There is nothing wrong with being a macho. A macho is kind, caring, and a good steward. Machismos are the exact opposite.” The book can help spark important conversations about identity and destructive behaviors, and two follow-up books on this topic will be published in 2025.

Caló by Chris “Drts” Aragón and Miguel A. Briones, March 2025, ISBN 9798990270732, seeks to preserve the dialect of Caló, which originated in the neighborhoods of El Paso’s sister city, Juarez, Mexico. Through culturally meaningful art, Aragón—a talented graffiti and tattoo artist—brings to life this dialect, which unfortunately has been associated with Mexican American criminals. The book also provides examples of how to use the words in the context of a sentence.

Editorial Flamboyant

Founded in 2009, Editorial Flamboyant is a Barcelona-based publisher of children’s books, from board and picture books through middle-grade fiction and nonfiction and even some young adult titles. The company started selling Spanish-language books to the U.S. market in 2015.

“We try to find books that have a lot of humor,” says co-founder and CEO Eva Jimenez. “We want to promote reading at a young age.”

El monstruo de colores. Doctor de emociones (Dr. Color Monster and the Emotions Toolkit), written and illustrated by Anna Llenas, September 2023, ISBN 9788419401601, is a picture book for children ages 3–6 and the third title in a series that helps kids understand and manage their emotions. When Nuna doesn’t feel right, she pays a visit to the Color Monster, an emotions doctor who helps diagnose big, challenging feelings. With the help of his emotions toolkit, he leads Nuna down a path of mindfulness and mental well-being. The book includes two foldout pages featuring more than 30 accessible strategies for soothing strong emotions.

Increíbles: Las niñas y niños más extraordinarios que he conocido (The Remarkables: The Most Incredible Children I’ve Met—So Far!), written and illustrated by Clotilde Perrin, September 2023, ISBN 9788419401649, is a fantastical picture book for children ages 7 and up. The book introduces 38 extraordinary children of the author’s own invention, including an electric child, a flying child, and a child made of cake. Each child describes the special powers that make them unique, and a quiz at the end helps readers discover their own superpowers.

David Pichón (Dave Pigeon) by Swapna Haddow, illustrated by Sheena Dempsey, March 2023, ISBN 9788419401311, is the first book in a middle-grade fiction series that originated in the U.K., featuring a pigeon named Dave whose humorous adventures center on trying to find food.

In the latest book in the series, David Pichón ¡paloma real! (Dave Pigeon: Royal Coo!), September 2024, ISBN 9788410090279, while Dave and his best friend Skipper are pecking around the gates of the Royal Palace looking for lavish snacks, they meet a royal pigeon named Raju who looks just like Dave. Raju is tired of royal life, so Dave suggests they swap places for a while—but he soon finds that life in high society isn’t everything it’s cracked up to be.

Vista Higher Learning

Founded in 1999, Vista Higher Learning has been offering print and digital solutions that meet the needs of language learners for 25 years. The company offers about 850 Spanish-language titles, including decodables and Hi-Lo titles to support emergent Spanish readers at all levels of instruction.

Escucha el lenguaje de los árboles: un cuento sobre la comunicación subterránea de los bosques (Listen to the Language of Trees: A Story of How Forests Communicate Underground) by Tera Kelley, illustrated by Marie Hermansson, July 2024, ISBN 9781669914853, is a picture book for children in grades K–3 that explains how fragile seedlings survive by using their root system to stay connected and help others―just like humans. The book supports both STEM education and social emotional learning, with six pages of back matter containing scientifically accurate information.

De pelagatos, lerdos y apestosos: un homenaje a los “perdedores” del reino animal (Pipsqueaks, Slowpokes, and Stinkers: Celebrating Animal Underdogs) by Melissa Stewart, illustrated by Stephanie Laberis, October 2024, ISBN 9781669915676, highlights several “underdogs” in the animal kingdom that have developed creative means of survival. Written with a lively, playful voice, the book explains how characteristics that might seem like weaknesses—such as the stinky, skunk-like odor of the zorilla or the slowpoke Galápagos tortoise’s heavy shell—are actually critical for finding food and staying safe in an eat-or-be-eaten world. Along with engaging animal facts, the book weaves in a gentle message of understanding and celebrating differences.

Repite conmigo: palabras geniales para decirte todos los días (Repeat After Me: Big Things to Say Everyday) by Jazmyn Simon and Dulé Hill, illustrated by Shamar Knight-Justice, November 2024, ISBN 9781669918233, is a picture book filled with beautiful, inspiring affirmations reminding children in grades K­­–3 of their infinite wonder and abilities. Every child, no matter their age, needs to know how loved they are and—just as importantly—needs to love themselves. In this book, from parents, actors, and married couple Simon and Hill, young readers are told how cherished, deserving, and gifted they are.

Cuento de Luz

Based in Madrid, Spain, Cuento de Luz publishes children’s picture books that take the imagination on a journey, encourage readers to respect each other’s differences, care for the planet, and promote education for peace. The company publishes eight original books in Spanish and eight English translations per year. A certified B Corporation, Cuento de Luz uses a new generation of stone-based paper that is better for the environment.

Mi guardiana (My Guardian) by Azahara Castillo, illustrated by Maite García, September 2024, ISBN 9788419464729, is the story of a girl with anxiety. At first, she just wants to flee as far as possible from these unpleasant feelings. But ultimately she learns how to manage the voice inside herself by listening to what it’s telling her about the things she needs. This story about mindfulness helps children come to see their inner voice as a faithful guardian that tends to our well-being if we understand how to listen to it.

Acuerdo bajo las estrellas (Agreement Under the Stars), written and illustrated by Susana Rosique, October 2024, ISBN 9788419464804, is an imaginative picture book that communicates the importance of dialogue and empathy in solving problems. There was once a time when all the animals in the forest lived in peace and harmony. Gradually, however, the space seemed to grow smaller and smaller—and soon there were quarrels. When the animals assemble an emergency team to resolve the situation, they ultimately decide that, as they can no longer share the limited space simultaneously, different species would take turns using it during the daytime and at night.

Otra oportunidad (Another Chance) by Azahara Castillo, illustrated by Carolina Luzón, October 2024, ISBN 9788419464767, is the story of two young fox cubs who are lured by someone they trust to search for food on their own and explore beyond the safe confines of the valley. As they realize they’re in danger, they discover that all is not lost—and they can rely on their instinct and their unique sense of smell to save themselves.

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