Benjamin Alire Sáenz

Follow the delightful Grandma Fina as she takes her daily strolls through her friendly neighborhood. Everyone loves Grandma Fina, and they especially notice her carrying her favorite, though very old and battered, yellow umbrella. As her birthday quickly approaches, her caring friends and large family all get the exact same brilliant idea to surprise her. You will giggle as the secret plans unfold and the big day finally arrives, bringing a hilarious and heartwarming surprise that no one expects. Suddenly, Grandma Fina finds herself with more umbrellas than she knows what to do with, leading to a wonderful problem that requires a very clever solution. This charming and cheerful story highlights the warmth of community, the joy of giving, and the funny mix-ups that can happen when people care about you. It is a vibrant celebration of neighborhood friendships and the special love of family.

Birthdays are always exciting, but Little Diego has one very specific wish this year. When he unwraps a brand new Superman outfit, he knows exactly what he wants to do with his incredible new powers. You will join Diego on a soaring imaginative adventure as he dreams of flying all the way across the border into Mexico. His ultimate goal is not to fight villains or save the world, but to do something much more important: to visit his beloved grandfather. You will feel the deep warmth and strong connection between Diego and his grandfather as distance is no match for a boy in a superhero cape. This tender and sweet story beautifully captures the innocent imagination of childhood and the powerful love that ties families together, no matter how many miles apart they might live.

Meet Sofie, a furry little puppy with a very big appetite for tortillas. When Gabriela and her little brother Diego bring this playful pup into their home, the house quickly fills with laughter and a whole lot of arguing. Diego insists the dog belongs to him, while Gabriela is completely certain that Sofie is hers alone. You will recognize the familiar tug-of-war of sharing as these siblings constantly bicker over their new best friend. But when a sudden illness makes their beloved tortilla-eating puppy feel terrible, everything changes. The siblings must put aside their arguments and work together to help her feel better. This heartwarming bilingual story explores the true meaning of family, the joy of having a pet, and the important lessons we learn about sharing when someone we love needs us most.

Step into the vibrant and magical imagination of ninety-two-year-old Octavio Rivera. As summer turns to autumn, Octavio begins to experience the most magnificent, swirling dreams you could ever picture. Instead of ordinary nighttime visions, his mind fills with brilliant pinatas that break open to reveal the most impossible treasures. You will discover a whimsical world overflowing with kissing turtles, winged pigs taking flight, and hitchhiking armadillos roaming across the landscape. Octavio knows these spectacular dreams are entirely too special to keep to himself, so he decides to share every magical detail with his beloved granddaughter. This enchanting and deeply visual tale celebrates the beautiful connection between generations and the boundless power of a creative spirit. Experience a warm, uplifting story that shows how the most wonderful adventures can happen right inside your own mind, no matter how old you are.