Tuesday, February 14, 2012

New Children's Books From Lectura Books



Lectura Books make it possible for parents and their children to learn together. Reading bilingual books is one of the most effective ways to acquire transferable literacy skills. Explore what Lectura Books has to offer.
Quality Bilingual Books Telling Culturally Relevant Stories for Latino Families
 
I See The World / 
Yo veo el mundo
By Tom Luna, Illustrated by Christina Song
 
Whether in the sky or on the ground the world is filled with beauty, animals, toys, and the joy of seeing what the world has to offer.

Ages: 2-5, 27 color pages,10” X 8”

 Birdie Flies Away / 
Pajarillo se va volando
By Kat Aragon, Illustrated by Andrea Yomtob

This is a story about how we all grow at our own pace. Some are ready to leave the nest early, while others need a little more time.

Ages: 2-5, 27 color pages,10” X 8”

 The Many Faces Of Max / 
Las muchas caras de Max
By Katherine Del Monte, Illustrated by Susan Arena

Max is a dog who loves his family and they love him. He wears his feelings right on his face. If he’s sad, you know it. If he’s happy, you can tell. Sometimes silly, sometimes sad, Max is always loveable.

Ages: 2-5, 21 color pages, 8” X 10”

 
 The Oldest House In The USA / 
La casa más antigua de los Estados Unidos
By Kat Aragon, Illustrated by Mary Jo Madrid

The oldest house in the USA was probably built in the thirteenth century. Over time it has been home to many different people and perhaps most famously, a ghost or two.

Ages: 5-8, 21 color pages,10” X 8”

 Letters Forever / 
Cartas para siempre
By Tom Luna, Illustrated by Laura Alvarez

When Camila’s grandfather moves to Mexico they write letters to each other. The letters help ease her pain.

Ages: 5-8, 28 color pages,10” X 8”

1 comment:

Mike McQueen said...

Agree. “Reading bilingual books is one of the most effective ways to acquire transferable literacy skills.”

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