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"Aroma de azucenas" is a fascinating mix of fiction and history in trilogy form—three beautiful tales in Spanish filled with mysticism and mystery.
"Aroma de azucenas: is a fascinating mix of fiction and history in trilogy form—three beautiful tales in Spanish filled with mysticism and mystery. The first installment, 'Un milagro en Hormigueros,' is a re-imagining of an old Puerto Rican legend of the appearance of the Virgin of Montserrat to an eight-year-old girl that changes her and her family forever. 'Azucenas en diciembre' tells the story of a boy who, after the death of his mother, feels lost until a female woodcarver helps him change his outlook on life. Finally, 'Un regalo para Remedios' is the story of a woman who comes face to fa | |  | | Camila quiere escribir
In this beautifully illustrated Spanish picture book, Camila is a girl who loves to read and would like to write stories of her own. But where to begin?
Camila is a girl who loves to read stories of adventure and interesting characters. But she has a dilemma: how to write stories like the ones she reads? Camila simply doesn’t think she can, “WHERE DO I BEGIN?”. Discover how Camila finally overcomes her fear and begins to write the stories she’s dreamed of!
Camila es una niña a quien le encanta leer historias de aventuras y personajes fantásticos, mientras se acurruca en su cama con sus mascotas antes de dormir. Pero ella tiene un dilema: ella quisiera escribir historias como las que lee, pero piensa que no puede. Descubre cómo Camila | |  | | El bosque iluminado
(Spanish Edition of "The Illuminated Forest") 12-year-old Mateo returns to his grandparents’ island to deal with a family tragedy. From the moment he arrives, a series of terrifying events turn his world upside down. A stray cat with a mohawk, a ruthless town bully, and a lost ghost mysteriously come together and change his life forever.
La historia de "El bosque iluminado" se desarrolla cuando Mateo recibe la fatídica noticia de que Minerva, un queridísimo miembro de su famila, ha muerto inesperadamente. Totalmente devastado, Mateo se ve obligado a regresar al ficticio pueblito rural de Palo Verde, el lugar en la isla donde sus abuelos aún residen. Aquejumbrado, Mateo se resiste, a regresar al lugar donde tantos recuerdos aún viven. A solo horas de haber puesto pie en la isla, un gato abandonado misteriosante aparece en el jardín de su abuela, doña Sol. A medida que la historia se desenvuelve, Mateo se resiste a entablar un l | |  | | En esta hermosa isla
A native Taíno boy explores the natural beauty of his island of Borikén (Puerto Rico) 500 years ago.
'En esta hermosa isla' is a book that was ahead of its time! It’s hard to imagine that just a short while ago no one was listening to warnings about the global warming resulting from the cumulative neglect of Nature. Now people are more conscientious about protecting the environment but few may realize that these concepts are nothing new. As this beautiful and timely book so vividly illustrates, the Taínos, a culture from centuries ago, already knew the importance of conserving nature. Making nature conservancy the core of its story, 'En esta hermosa isla' is a glorious book to enjoy and learn | |  | | Hadas, Sirenas y Sapos: Un Ramito de Poemas Encantados
A collection of original illustrated poetry for children in Spanish on the flora and fauna of Puerto Rico.
"Hadas, Sirenas y Sapos: Un ramito de poemas encantados" is a visually hypnotic voyage through enchanted landscapes and hideaways populated by fantastic creatures. Every character has its own voice, song, and message to share with readers willing to let their imaginations fly. This handful of original poems in Spanish accompanied by vividly illustrated images possesses a rhythmic cadence and will become a favorite of children and adults alike. "Hadas, Sirenas y Sapos" is a treasure to be appreciated, cherished, and shared.
Renowned Puerto Rican author Tina Casanova ("Sambirón") calls | |  | | I Promise You: An Introduction to Living the Animal-Human Bond
"I Promise You" helps readers make the most of their relationship with their pets and understand the principles of ethical and humane treatment of animals.
"I Promise You: An Introduction to Living the Animal-Human Bond" by Edwin Fontánez is a guide for both children and adults to learn the simple steps that can be taken to reduce animal abuse and abandonment. Written in a refreshing and easy-to-understand style, "I Promise You" also offers themes for discussion not only at home but in the classroom as well. The book’s surprisingly simple ideas will empower readers to take action, starting with their own promise to care properly for their pets. The guide’s informative chapters cover subjects ranging from adoption statistics and animal behavior to | |  | | On This Beautiful Island
"Follow me into the heart of the forest..." is the irresistible invitation from Guanín, the young Taíno boy who, with his beloved parrot Tahite, embarks on a secret adventure filled with beauty and discovery. Follow along and learn the stories that linger in the ocean foam, feel the breeze of the birds flying through the treetops, hear the soft lullaby of the ocean humming inside a shell, and listen to the unforgettable song of the beloved Puerto Rican "coquí," a tiny frog no bigger than your thumb!
On this journey back 500 years, young readers will explore the lives of the Taínos and discover the valuable lessons to be learned from these remarkable people and their culture about the importance of community, respect for nature, and the value of friendships. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
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Learn about the Taínos, Puerto Rico’s first native people, in this bilingual activity book with coloring pages, games, and puzzles.
The Taínos were Puerto Rico’s first native people. This entertaining and educational bilingual activity book has beautiful drawings to color, puzzles, and games to play. With historical notes, a glossary, and an extensive bibliography, the book is not only a valuable resource of information for parents and teachers, but a remarkable way to learn about Puerto Rico’s history.
Este entretenido libro de actividades bilingue contiene bellas ilustraciones para colorear, un laberinto, juegos y adivinanzas, además de notas históricas, glosario y una extensa bibliografía para padres y maestro | |  | | The Illuminated Forest
12-year-old Mateo returns to his grandparents’ island to deal with a family tragedy. From the moment he arrives, a series of terrifying events turn his world upside down. A stray cat with a mohawk, a ruthless town bully, and a lost ghost mysteriously come together and change his life forever.
Mateo, a boy of 12, returns to the island of his grandparents to say goodbye to Minerva, a beloved family
member. Unhappy to be back in a place so full of memories, he struggles to make sense of the abrupt and
irreparable loss. When the mysterious appearance of a stray cat complicates matters, a series of terrifying incidents turn his life upside down. At the end of his very personal journey, he wonders if Minerva had something to do with the valuable lessons he learns about growing up and discovering that love materializes in different forms and in unexpected places.
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Discover the Vejigante, a colorful character who appears at folk festivals in Puerto Rico, in this informative activity and coloring book.
This bilingual activity book describes the colorful character of the Vejigante who appears at folk festivals in Puerto Rico. More than 500 years old, this character has absorbed the influences of Spanish, African, and Caribbean culture and symbolizes the rich mixture that is Puerto Rico. Detailed descriptions of the three main festivals plus black and white drawings of the celebrations to color make this a book for children and adults alike.
Esta libro bilingüe de Actividades describe al Vejigante lleno de color y picardía. El vejigante es también el personaje central de los festival | |  | | Yo te prometo: Guía para fortalecer el lazo Animal-Humano
The Spanish edition of "I Promise You" helps readers make the most of their relationship with their pets and understand the principles of ethical and humane treatment of animals.
"Yo te prometo: Guía para fortalecer el lazo Animal-Humano" by Edwin Fontánez is a guide in Spanish for both children and adults to learn the simple steps that can be taken to reduce animal abuse and abandonment. The guide’s informative chapters cover subjects ranging from adoption statistics and animal behavior to pet safety and grooming. Most importantly, "I Promise You" helps readers make the most of their relationship with their pets and understand the principles of ethical and humane treatment of animals.
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Tempting Fake
by Tracey Morait
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 Cherry doesn't know him from Adam, so is he real or is he fake?
Cherry and Adam are lonely in their new, separate worlds and hook up on social media, but that's when their problems start |
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Ezra's Ghosts
by Mary Lynn Plaisance
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 Ezra's a closeted medium. She's a novelist who writes stories about seeing dead people and claims they're fiction. Her life with Grant was peaceful until a rebel ghost named Jenna entered her life who doesn't like Grant. Allie, the resident ghost, li |
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