Monty

What do you want to be when you grow up? You can be whatever you want! Ana Gal�n and Luz Igolnikow have created a wonderful book that will inspire girls from all over the world. Elena quiere ser famosa y pide ayuda a su familia. Todos le dan una sugerencia diferente, hasta que su hermano contribuye una idea simple y genial. Incluye la receta de unas deliciosas galletas y breves rese�as sobre la vida de las famosas mujeres latinoamericanas que se mencionan en la historia.

Renowned Latina author Julia Alvarez recreates the legend of the Dominican folk character La Vieja Belen in this delighful bilingual rhyming story, beautifully illustrated by Dominican artist Ruddy Nuñez. Alvarez's retelling keeps the magic of the traditional account while contributing a down-to-earth, timely moral: "Of all the gifts you can give, your time is the best."

From Ghana to Nigeria, from Kenya to the Congo, from Zimbabwe to Botswana, this is an exciting trip to Africa. The ancient traditions, popular beliefs, stories and folklore of all countries are intertwined here to give life to stories that go back to the beginning of time and show us the richness of cultures that are too alien. Dare to swim in the waters of these colorful, diverse and fun seas.

As a young orphan, Oliver is left to fend for himself until he is befriended by a band of young thieves who quickly train him in their craft. But, Oliver is not content to be a thief for he knows that life holds great joys and that true happiness cannot be stolen, but must be earned.