-Titulo Original : The Princess In Black And The Giant Problem-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: With a noisy giant crashing around the kingdom, the Princess in Black uses the Sparkle Signal to call ALL her heroic friends together - for the biggest adventure yet. The Princess in Black is ready for her snowy playdate with the Goat Avenger and the Princess in Blankets. It’s a perfect day to build snow monsters and battle them for practice. But just when they’re about to wage battle, a huge foot smashes their snow monster. “SQUASHY!” It’s a giant, and it’s smashing everything in its path! The giant is too strong for the three friends, so the Princess in Blankets has an idea: it’s time to light the Sparkle Signal and summon help. With a rising crescendo of a plot and a delightfully surprising ending, the latest adventure in the New York Times best-selling series features all the Princess in Black’s friends as heroes for the first time. About the Author Shannon Hale and Dean Hale are the award-winning husband-and-wife team behind the Princess in Black series, illustrated by LeUyen Pham. Shannon Hale is also the author of the Newbery Honor Book Princess Academy as well as the New York Times best-selling graphic novels Real Friends and Best Friends, illustrated by LeUyen Pham. Shannon Hale and Dean Hale live in Salt Lake City, Utah. LeUyen Pham is the illustrator of the Princess in Black series as well as many other books for children, including Pat-a-Cake by Mary Brigid Barrett, God’s Dream by Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Douglas Carlton Abrams, Aunt Mary’s Rose by Douglas Wood, and Real Friends and Best Friends by Shannon Hale. LeUyen Pham lives in California...

-Titulo Original : Juana Y Lucas (juana And Lucas) -Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Fans of Judy Moody and Clarice Bean will love Juana, the spunky young Colombian girl who stars in this playful, abundantly illustrated series, now available in Spanish! A Juana le gustan muchas cosas: dibujar, comer repollitas y vivir en Bogota, Colombia. Pero mas que nada, adora a su perro, Lucas. Lucas es su mejor amigo, absolutamente sin la mas minima duda. A Juana no le gusta su uniforme del colegio, que le pica mucho. Tampoco le gustan problemas de matematicas, ni las clases de baile. Sobre todo, a Juana NO le gusta aprender ingles. Todas las TH de ese idioma inoportuno le hacen cosquillas en la lengua, y muchas de las palabras no tienen ningun sentid para ella. Si read y read se escriben igual, ¿por que se pronuncian de modo tan diferente? Hasta que el abuelo de Juana le cuenta de algo fantastico que tiene planeado y ahora Juana tiene toda la motivacion necesaria para trabajar muy duro ¡y convertirse en una fuente de ingles! Comiquisima, llena de energia y con una historia inmensamente entretenida, Juana se ganara los corazones de los lectores en todas partes con su primera aventura, presentada por su tocaya Juana Medina. Juana loves many things-drawing, eating Brussels sprouts, living in Bogota, Colombia, and especially her dog, Lucas, the best amigo ever. She does not love wearing her itchy school uniform, solving math problems, or going to dance class. And she especially does not love learning the English. Why is it so important to learn a language that makes so little sense? But when Juana’s abuelos tell her about a special trip they are planning-one that Juana will need to speak English to go on-Juana begins to wonder whether learning the English might be a good use of her time after all. Hilarious, energetic, and utterly relatable, Juana will win over los corazones of readers everywhere in her first adventure, presented by namesake Juana Medina, winner of the 2017 Pura Belpre Author Award. About the Author Juana Medina was born and grew up in Bogota, Colombia. At school, she got into trouble for drawing cartoon versions of her teachers. Eventually, however, all that drawing (and trouble) paid off. Juana Medina is the author-illustrator of Juana & Lucas, which won the 2017 Pura Belpre Author Award, and Juana & Lucas: Big Problemas. She is also the author-illustrator of the picture books 1 Big Salad, ABC Pasta, and Sweet Shapes, and the illustrator of Smick! by Doreen Cronin, Lena’s Shoes Are Nervous: A First-Day-of-School Dilemma by Keith Calabrese, I’m a Baked Potato! by Elise Primavera, and Star of the Party by Jan Carr. Juana Medina lives with her family in the DC area...

-Titulo Original : A Veces, Yo Soy Todo Lo Que Necesito -Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Gentle themes of resiliency, mindfulness, and self-care are brought home in this Spanish language edition of a sweet and soulful picture book with charmingly graphic illustrations and a poetic text. Conoce a una niña quien le encanta estar en su hogar, que huele a te de canela ? se siente como un pijama calientito. Pero todo es diferente cuando se va de paseo. Aun asi, encuentra la manera de sentirse tranquila. Al llegar la oscuridad de la noche sus pies se enfrian y su habitacion a veces le da miedo. Es entonces cuando la niña cierra los ojos y crea su propia luz al pensar en el sol. Con simpatia y calidez, la autora e ilustrador? Juliana Perdomo enseña a los jovenes lectores diferentes maneras de encontrar consuelo ? confiar en si mismos. Este afectuoso libro ilustrado invita a los niños a creer que, a veces, todo lo que necesitamos-valentia, felicidad, paz ? amor-ya esta en nosotros mismos. Meet a young girl who loves her cozy home. It smells like cinnamon tea and feels like warm pajamas. But even when she’s away from home, and everything is different, she finds a way to become her own home, where she feels calm. At night, when it’s too dark and her feet are cold, her room can be a little scary. But she creates her own light when she closes her eyes and thinks of the sun. With friendliness and charm, Juliana Perdomo, in her debut as author-illustrator, shows young readers how to find comfort and confidence within. Her heartwarming picture book reassures children that sometimes, everything we need-courage, joy, peace, and love-is already inside us. From School Library Journal PreS-Gr 1-A little girl lives with her mother and dog Rumba in a warm and cozy home. She has fun and enjoys her time with her friends outdoors, while also keeping herself company when she is alone and using her imagination to play. When she falls she is comforted by her grandmother, but if she is alone, she gives herself a hug for reassurance. She is content whether she is surrounded by noise or silence and finds support in others as well as in herself. Bright, colorful digital illustrations welcome readers into the young protagonists sanguine world, and lovingly depict her enjoying the company of family and friends, while also cherishing her solitude. The lovely Spanish text conveys the feelings of the young girls world through all of readers senses-from the smell of cinnamon tea in her home to the warm hugs from her abuela. Children will be captivated by the peacefulness of the story and its message. VERDICT A unique and necessary addition to childrens collections, and an excellent way to discuss self-care and independence.-Selenia Paz Review The boldly colored pages deliver adorable illustrations showcasing the imagination of a child who is loved and content to be with people or just playing on her own, all in a folk-art style with inspiration from the authors home country of Colombia. Its also poignant for the times, considering how isolated many children have been recently. . . serves to remind young readers that the happiness and fulfillment we seek can often be found within. . . a strong pick for Spanish-language storytimes. -Booklist About the Author Juliana Perdomo is an author, illustrator, graphic designer, and art therapist. She loves to create joyful, heartfelt stories and illustrations based on everyday inspirations and childhood memories. The illustrator of El Cucuy Is Scared, Too! by Donna Barba Higuera and What Is Baby Going to Do? by Laura Knowles, among other books, Juliana Perdomo lives with her son in Bogota, Colombia...

-Titulo Original : Schomburg El Hombre Que Creo Una Biblioteca -Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: “A must-read for a deeper understanding of a well-connected genius who enriched the cultural road map for African Americans and books about them.” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Entre los eruditos, poetas, autores y artistas del Renacimiento de Harlem, se alzaba la figura de un afropuertorriqueño llamado Arturo Schomburg. La pasion de su vida era coleccionar libros, cartas, musica y arte de África y su diaspora, y dar a conocer al mundo los logros de los descendientes de África. Cuando su coleccion crecio tanto que amenazaba con desbordarse dentro de su casa, recurrio a la Biblioteca Publica de Nueva York. Por medio luminosas pinturas y un texto cautivador, do de los mas destacados expertos afroamericanos de la literatura infantil trazan el trayecto de Arturo Schomburg y su mision para corregir y expandir el registro historico para futuras generaciones. Amid the scholars, poets, authors, and artists of the Harlem Renaissance stood an Afro-Puerto Rican named Arturo Schomburg. This law clerk’s passion was to collect books, letters, music, and art from Africa and the African diaspora and bring to light the achievements of people of African descent through the ages. A century later, his groundbreaking collection, known as the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, has become a beacon to scholars all over the world.In luminous paintings and arresting poems, two of children’s literature’s top African-American scholars track Arturo Schomburg’s quest to correct history...

-Titulo Original : Merci Suarez Se Pone Las Pilas -Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: La amable y tenaz Merci Suarez, estudiante de sexto grado, lidia con cambios dificiles en sus relaciones con amistades, familiares y el resto del mundo en una nueva y relevante novela de Meg Medina. Merci Suarez sabia que el sexto grado seria diferente, pero no tenia idea alguna lo diferente que resultaria. En primer lugar, Merci nunca se ha parecido a los otros niños de su escuela privada en la Florida, porque tanto ella como Roli, su hermano mayor, son estudiantes becados. Ellos no tienen ni una casa grande ni un yate elegante, y tienen que desempeñar servicios comunitarios adicionales para compensar por su matricula gratis. Asi que cuando la mandona de Edna Santos se fija en el nuevo niño que la escuela le ha asignado a Merci como su “amigos de arco iris,” Merci se convierte en el foco de los celos de Edna. Las cosas no andan muy bien en su casa tampoco: Lolo, el abuelo de Merci, su aliado de mayor confianza, ha estado actuando un poco raro ultimamente: se le olvida cosas importantes, se cae de la bicicleta y se enoja por cualquier cosa. Nadie en la familia le ha dicho a Merci que es lo que le aflige, asi que Merci tiene que lidiar sola con sus preocupaciones, a la vez que se siente aislada en la escuela. En una historia sobre los ritos de la pre-adolescencia, llena de humor y sabiduria, la galardonada autora Meg Medina llega al fondo del desconcierto y del cambio continuo que caracterizan el ultimo año de la escuela elemental, asi como de los lazos inquebrantables de la familia. About the Author Meg Medina, the 2023-2024 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, is a Cuban American author who writes for readers of all ages. Her middle-grade novel Merci Suarez Changes Gears received a Newbery Medal and was a New York Times Book Review Notable Children’s Book of the Year, among many other distinctions. Its sequel, Merci Suarez Can’t Dance, received five starred reviews, while Merci Suarez Plays It Cool received four stars, with Kirkus Reviews calling it “a fabulous finale to a memorable trilogy.” Her most recent picture book, Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away, received honors including a Charlotte Zolotow Award and was the 2020 Jumpstart Read for the Record selection, reaching 2.24 million readers. She received a Pura Belpre Author Award Honor for her picture book Mango, Abuela, and Me. Her young adult novel Burn Baby Burn earned numerous distinctions, including being long-listed for the National Book Award and short-listed for the Kirkus Prize. Meg Medina received a Pura Belpre Author Award and a Cybils Award for her young adult novel Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your Ass, which has been adapted and illustrated as a graphic novel by Mel Valentine Vargas. She also received an Ezra Jack Keats Writer Award for her picture book Tia Isa Wants a Car. When she is not writing, Meg Medina works on community projects that support girls, Latino youth, and literacy. She lives with her family in Richmond, Virginia...

-Titulo Original : Faster! Faster!/mas Rapido! Mas Rapido! (leslie Patricelli Board Books)-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: A sturdy bilingual English-Spanish board book edition! A day at the park. A ride on Daddy’s back. Run, Daddy! Faster! Faster! How fast can Daddy go? Faster than a dog? A horse? How about a cheetah? Leslie Patricelli reprises the duo from Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor winner Higher! Higher! in another humorous riff on a favorite pastime - a laugh-out-loud-funny tale of few words about doting dads and high-energy kids whose imaginations know no bounds. Una niña pequeña se monta a caballo sobre la espalda de su papa. ¡Arre, papi! ¡Mas Rapido! ¡Mas Rapido! About the Author Leslie Patricelli is the creator of a series of best-selling board books starring her beloved baby character. She is also the author-illustrator of Fa La La, Higher! Higher! and Be Quiet, Mike! as well as two stories about the Patterson Puppies. She lives in Ketchum, Idaho...

-Titulo Original : The Miraculous Journey Of Edward Tulane-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: A timeless tale by the incomparable Kate DiCamillo, complete with stunning full-color plates by Bagram Ibatoulline, honors the enduring power of love. Once, in a house on Egypt Street, there lived a china rabbit named Edward Tulane. The rabbit was very pleased with himself, and for good reason: he was owned by a girl named Abilene, who treated him with the utmost care and adored him completely. And then, one day, he was lost. Kate DiCamillo takes us on an extraordinary journey, from the depths of the ocean to the net of a fisherman, from the top of a garbage heap to the fireside of a hoboes camp, from the bedside of an ailing child to the bustling streets of Memphis. And along the way, we are shown a true miracle - that even a heart of the most breakable kind can learn to love, to lose, and to love again...

-Titulo Original : The Princess In Black And The Prince In Pink-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: When plans for a ball runa-fowl, Princess Magnolia accepts the help of a valiant new hero to save her secret decorations-and the entire evening! Princess Magnolia is at the Flower Festival prepping for the evening ball when suddenly she hears a commotion. Oh no! She isn’t prepared to fight a monster or . . . a grumpy emu! To her surprise, a knight in shining armor comes to the rescue, but not before the princess’s prized decorations are stomped on and destroyed. Luckily, the gallant Prince Valerian has his own secret identity-the Prince in Pink-and has been yearning for a chance to show off his special skills, with the help of some twinkle-twinkle and major glam. Glitter has been restored, but then the angry emu returns-with friends! Can the party heroes step up to save the day again?Expect the unexpected as this sparkling new entry in the New York Times best-selling series takes the floor with a flourish...

-Titulo Original : Pick A Perfect Egg-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: The creators of Pick a Pine Tree and Pick a Pumpkin return with another seasonal celebration, one that deserves a spot in every Easter basket. Pick a perfect egg with care- Choose a white one nestled there. Gather more and softly stack them. Just be cautious not to crack them! Pairing Jarvis’s joyous illustrations with Patricia Toht’s wonderfully rhythmic text, this holiday ode hops through a busy springtime day all the way to Easter Sunday. From the farm where you’ve carefully selected your eggs-eggs perfect for drawing on with crayon, for plopping into dyes and bejeweling-follow along as preparations continue for the much-awaited festivities. Then on Sunday, open your door and search for eggs of a different kind, filled with foil-wrapped chocolate, spinning tops, and jelly beans. This cheerful Easter-time read-aloud captures all the excitement of the holiday and is sure to become part of a new treasured tradition...

-Titulo Original : The Magicians Elephant-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Kate DiCamillo’s New York Times best-selling fable about trusting the unexpected and making the extraordinary come true. Now a Netflix film When a fortunetellers tent appears in the market square of the city of Baltese, orphan Peter Augustus Duchene knows the questions that he needs to ask: Does his sister still live? And if so, how can he find her? The fortunetellers mysterious answer (an elephant! An elephant will lead him there!) sets off a chain of events so remarkable, so impossible, that you will hardly dare to believe it’s true. With atmospheric illustrations by fine artist Yoko Tanaka, here is a dreamlike and captivating tale that could only be narrated by Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo. In this timeless fable, she evokes the largest of themes - hope and belonging, desire and compassion - with the lightness of a magician’s touch. With dreamlike illustrations and a cover by Yoko Tanaka...

-Titulo Original : Verde Fresco árboles Asombrosos Y Extraordinarios -Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: A portrait of some of the world’s most incredible trees, seen through the eyes of a landscaper who loves them-and his granddaughter who is beginning to understand why. ¿Por que, abuelo? ¿Por que? ¿Por que me maravillan los arboles? Dejame compartir contigo … Desde el extraordinario arbol arco iris hasta las poderosas y altisimas secoyas, los arboles del mundo son un espectaculo de diversidad ecologica y adaptaciones sorprendentes. En Verde fresco, un paisajista y su nieta se asombran con los diferentes tipos de arboles que hay en todo el mundo, algunos familiares, y otros un poco menos conocidos, pero todos extraordinarios a su manera. Rebosante de exuberancia y color, es claro que esta oda a los arboles del mundo despertara asombro y alegria en ambos niños y adultos. As he works with his young granddaughter to nurture a potted sapling, a Latino landscaper shares his love and admiration of trees. From the extraordinary rainbow gum tree to the mighty, towering redwood, each of the thirteen specimens he tells of is a miracle of the natural world-and some are strange beyond the wildest imagining. Brimming with exuberance and color, this ode to trees of the world-and the vast knowledge of landscapers and gardeners-offers a feast for the eyes, with author-illustrator Lulu Delacre paying touching tribute by imbedding seeds, fronds, and leaves within her art. Complete with an author’s note, glossary, and further information on the featured trees, Cool Green will have readers eager to turn the pages to discover each new reminder of what a precious place our earth is. Review “Verde fresco es una hermosa e instructiva introduccion a algunos de los arboles mas fascinantes del mundo.” -Margarita Engle, autora de The Surrender Tree,Libro de Honor Newbery, y Poeta Laureada Juvenil Emerita About the Author Lulu Delacre es la autora e ilustradora de muchos libros infantiles galardonados y exitosos, incluyendo ¡Olinguito, de la A a la Z!, el cual gano el premio Orbis Pictus de Honor; Luci Soars; y Turning Pages de Sonia Sotomayor. Ha ganado el premio de Honor de Ilustradora Pura Belpre tres veces, mas recientemente por el libro The Story-tellers Candle/La velita de los cuentos de Lucia Gonzalez. De padres argentinos, Lulu Delacre nacio en Puerto Rico y ahora vive en Washington, DC...

-Titulo Original : Hoops A Graphic Novel-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: A work of fiction inspired by a true story, Matt Tavares’s debut graphic novel dramatizes the historic struggle for gender equality in high school sports. It is 1975 in Indiana, and the Wilkins Regional High School girls’ basketball team is in their rookie season. Despite being undefeated, they practice at night in the elementary school and play to empty bleachers. Unlike the boys’ team, the Lady Bears have no buses to deliver them to away games and no uniforms, much less a laundry service. They make their own uniforms out of T-shirts and electrical tape. And with help from a committed female coach, they push through to improbable victory after improbable victory. Illustrated in full color, this story about the ongoing battle of women striving for equality in sports rings with honesty, bravery, and heart...

-Titulo Original : Mercy Watson Goes For A Ride-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: The New York Times best-selling porcine wonder finds herself behind the wheel in this hilarious adventure available in paperback. Mr. and Mrs. Watsons porcine wonder, Mercy, loves nothing more than a ride in the car. It takes a fair amount of nudging and bribing and a You are such a good sport, darling to get the portly pig out of the drivers seat, but once the convertible is on the road, Mercy loves the feel of the wind tickling her ears and the sun on her snout. One day the Watsons motoring ritual takes an unexpected turn, however, when their elderly neighbor Baby Lincoln pops up in the backseat in hopes of some folly and adventure - and in the chaos that ensues, an exuberant Mercy ends up behind the wheel! Soon theres a policeman on her tail, a struggle for the brake, and a blissfully airborne Mercy. Of course, its nothing that an extra helping of buttered toast cant fix...

-Titulo Original : Two Homes-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Parents looking for a book about separation or divorce will find few offerings as positive, matter-of-fact, or child-centered as this one. . . . Simple, yet profoundly satisfying. - Booklist (starred review) At Mommy’s house, Alex has a soft chair. At Daddy’s house, Alex has a rocking chair. In each home, Alex also has a special bedroom and lots of friends to play with. But whether Alex is with Mommy or with Daddy, one thing always stays the same - Alex is loved. The gently reassuring text focuses on what is gained rather than what is lost when parents divorce, while the sensitive illustrations, depicting two unique homes in all their small details, firmly establish Alex’s place in both of them. Two Homes will help children - and parents - embrace even the most difficult of changes with an open and optimistic heart...

-Titulo Original : Bird Builds A Nest A First Science Storybook (science Storybooks)-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: “These illustrations, in their stylized beauty . . . highlight the text’s focus on science. The entire reading experience indeed heralds a ‘beautiful day.’ ”- The Horn Book (starred review) It’s time for Bird to build her nest! Follow her as she pulls a worm out of the ground, lifts some twigs that are just the right size, and pushesthe twigs into place. Uh-oh - one of the twigs fallsto the ground! But after a day of hard work, Bird’s nest is ready and waiting. Can you guess what it’s waiting for? Using simple, clear language and beautiful illustrations, this engaging story is the perfect introduction to physical forces for very young readers. A final spread with some simple questions promotes discussion with parents, teachers, or caregivers and encourages readers to think about the concepts introduced...

-Titulo Original : Harvest House-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: - Confirme antes de comprar: este estuche está especialmente diseñado para Samsung A54 5G. También viene con un protector de pantalla. La funda Galaxy A54 es ideal como regalo para amigos y familiares. - Recorte preciso: adecuado para Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Armored Cover Case Todos los botones e interfaz Diseño humanizado, adecuado para Samsung A54 5G militar resistente a los golpes, evite el desmontaje frecuente. La funda de silicona Galaxy A54 5G ofrece cortes perfectos y precisos para el altavoz, la cámara y el orificio de carga. Puede acceder fácilmente a todas las funciones y controles del Samsung Galaxy A54 5G. - Protección de grado militar: la funda Galaxy A54 5G utiliza un TPU de borde único combinado con una PC integrada para proteger su teléfono contra caídas, rasguños e impactos. La protección de grado militar con tecnología de colchón de aire brinda protección completa para su equipo en un diseño delgado. - Soporte multifuncional: el soporte de metal se puede girar 360º horizontalmente, lo que es conveniente para ver videos y películas con manos libres, cómodo y estable. Además, la hoja magnética de metal incorporada tiene una adsorción estable y se puede conectar directamente al soporte magnético para automóvil...

-Titulo Original : Love In The Library-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: A powerful must-read.-Booklist (starred review) Set in an incarceration camp where the United States cruelly detained Japanese Americans during WWII and based on true events, this moving love story finds hope in heartbreak. To fall in love is already a gift. But to fall in love in a place like Minidoka, a place built to make people feel like they weren’t human-that was miraculous. After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Tama is sent to live in a War Relocation Center in the desert. All Japanese Americans from the West Coast-elderly people, children, babies-now live in prison camps like Minidoka. To be who she is has become a crime, it seems, and Tama doesn’t know when or if she will ever leave. Trying not to think of the life she once had, she works in the camp’s tiny library, taking solace in pages bursting with color and light, love and fairness. And she isn’t the only one. George waits each morning by the door, his arms piled with books checked out the day before. As their friendship grows, Tama wonders: Can anyone possibly read so much? Is she the reason George comes to the library every day? Maggie Tokuda-Hall’s beautifully illustrated, elegant love story features a photo of the real Tama and George-the author’s grandparents-along with an afterword and other back matter for readers to learn more about a time in our history that continues to resonate...

-Titulo Original : The Last Mapmaker-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: A Newbery Honor Book A Walter Dean Myers Honor Book From Christina Soontornvat, the visionary and versatile author of three Newbery Honor Books, comes a high-seas adventure set in a Thai-inspired fantasy world. In a fantasy adventure every bit as compelling and confident in its world building as her Newbery Honor Book A Wish in the Dark, Christina Soontornvat explores a young woman’s struggle to unburden herself of the past and chart her own destiny in a world of secrets. As assistant to Mangkon’s most celebrated mapmaker, twelve-year-old Sai plays the part of a well-bred young lady with a glittering future. In reality, her father is a conman-and in a kingdom where the status of one’s ancestors dictates their social position, the truth could ruin her. Sai seizes the chance to join an expedition to chart the southern seas, but she isn’t the only one aboard with secrets. When Sai learns that the ship might be heading for the fabled Sunderlands-a land of dragons, dangers, and riches beyond imagining-she must weigh the cost of her dreams. Vivid, suspenseful, and thought-provoking, this tale of identity and integrity is as beautiful and intricate as the maps of old...

-Titulo Original : The Skull A Tyrolean Folktale-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: A #1 New York Times bestseller! Caldecott Medalist and New York Times best-selling author-illustrator Jon Klassen delivers a deliciously macabre treat for folktale fans. Jon Klassens signature wry humor takes a turn for the ghostly in this thrilling retelling of a traditional Tyrolean folktale. In a big abandoned house, on a barren hill, lives a skull. A brave girl named Otilla has escaped from terrible danger and run away, and when she finds herself lost in the dark forest, the lonely house beckons. Her host, the skull, is afraid of something too, something that comes every night. Can brave Otilla save them both? Steeped in shadows and threaded with subtle wit-with rich, monochromatic artwork and an illuminating author’s note-The Skull is as empowering as it is mysterious and foreboding...

-Titulo Original : The North Star-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Ideal for graduates! A gorgeous new edition of the universal fable that has inspired seekers of all ages to follow their heart’s desire. Ask yourself where it is you want to go. . . . It is often said that life is a journey, and it’s true. But sometimes it’s hard to know which path to follow, when signs point in so many directions. In this beautifully illustrated book, Peter H. Reynolds once again encourages readers to observe, to wonder, and to consider diverging from the well-worn path-to pursue their dreams. Originally published ten years ago, The North Star has had a profound effect on its many readers. This edition, featuring all-new art, celebrates the book’s own decade-long voyage connecting people around the world. It has inspired classroom activities, a musical, and thousands more thoughtful journeys...

-Titulo Original : Judy Moody And The Not Bummer Summer-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: With everyone away on vacation, things aren’t looking good for Judy. Can she turn this summer around? As featured in Judy’s uber-cool movie! Just when it looks like her summer is going to be BOR-ing - eureka! - Judy comes up with the most thrill-a-delic plan ever. Get ready for a race involving tightrope walking, Scream Monster riding, and way more! Add in a treasure hunt for Judy’s teacher, a midnight stakeout, a runaway ice-cream truck, and a dash of Bigfoot, and what have you got? The Judy Moodiest summer ever...

-Titulo Original : Guess How Much I Love You Padded Board Book-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Celebrate twenty-five years of love right up to the moon and back! A new padded board-book edition is tailor-made for the littlest of loved ones. The treasured family classic is more endearing than ever in a padded board-book edition. Very young children will love holding this touchable, clutch-able book, created in a soft and sturdy format just for them - ready to hop from stroller to story time, from bedtime to anytime...

-Titulo Original : Owl Babies Padded Board Book-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: The baby owls came out of their house, and they sat on the tree and waited. A big branch for Sarah, a small branch for Percy, and an old piece of ivy for Bill. When three baby owls awake one night to find their mother gone, they cant help but wonder where she is. Stunning illustrations from unique and striking perspectives capture the owls as they worry about their mother: What is she doing? When will she be back? What scary things move all around them? Not surprisingly, a joyous flapping and dancing and bouncing greets her return, lending a celebratory tone to the ending of this comforting tale. Never has the plight of young ones who miss their mother been so simply told or so beautifully rendered...

-Titulo Original : And Then Comes Summer-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: A joyful, sun-drenched tribute to the anticipation and adventures of the warmest season of the year. When the days stretch out like a slow yawn, and the cheerful faces of Johnny-jump-ups jump up . . . then it’s time to get ready for summer! From flip-flops and hide-and-seek to fireworks and ice-cream trucks, from lemonade stands and late bedtimes to swimming in the lake and toasting marshmallows, there’s something for everyone in this bright and buoyant celebration of the sunny season. Tom Brenner’s lovely, lyrical ode to summers spent outdoors will strike a chord with anyone who’s ever counted down the days until school gets out, and Jaime Kim’s jubilant, nostalgia-soaked illustrations leave little doubt that summer is indeed a time unlike any other...