Literatura y Ficción

It is time for bed, and Mr. Panda reminds his friends Hippopotamus, Skunk, Sheep, and Sloth that they each have forgotten to do something. Skunk has forgotten to take a bath; Hippopotamus needs to brush his teeth; Sloth is too tired to move; and much more. Mr. Panda is there to remind them of the steps they've missed. As Lemur eventually finds out, however, even Mr. Panda can make a bedtime mistake!

This hilarious follow-up to Misunderstood Shark by New York Times best-selling duo Ame Dyckman and Scott Magoon tackles what it really means to be a good friend.

Down in the big construction site, tough trucks work with all their might. But now it's time to say goodnight! Little truck drivers will drift off to sleep to this soothing good-bye to the day.

In this empowering new book, beloved author Peter H. Reynolds explores the many ways that a single voice can make a difference. Each of us, each and every day, have the chance to say something: with our actions, our words, and our voices. Perfect for kid activists everywhere, this timely story reminds listeners of the undeniable importance and power of their voice.

In this lively book, children discover a world of colors all around them: red is spices and swirling skirts, yellow is masa, tortillas, and sweet corn cake. Many of the featured objects are Latino in origin, and all are universal in appeal. With rich, boisterous illustrations, a fun-to-listen-to rhyming text, and an informative glossary, this playful concept book will reinforce the colors found in every child's day!

Bear decides to give his friend the moon a birthday present. He thinks the echoes of his own voice are the moon's answers to his questions about what the moon would like.

As Harold draws his way in and out of adventure, children become fascinated by the wondrous magic of the purple crayon

Hush, Little Bunny is a heartwarming, lyrical love letter from a papa bunny to his little one - from David Ezra Stein, Caldecott Honor-winning creator of Interrupting Chicken and Leaves. "Hush Little Baby" is a lullaby that parents have sung to their children for generations. Now Caldecott Honor winner David Ezra Stein has reimagined the classic featuring an irresistible papa bunny and his little one.

The imaginitive son turns himself into a meat-eating dionsaur, a swamp creature, and much more before being satisfied with the fact that no matter how stinky or slimy of a creature he coule be, he is loved and nothing will change that.

In I Need a Hug, a tiny porcupine just wants a cuddle. All of the other animals turn him away because of his prickly spikes. But finally the porcupine meets an animal who's happy to hug....

Liza Jane believed she could find better parents. So she fired her mom and dad and hired the first applicant who came to the door - what could possibly go wrong? And at first everything was fun. The dragon did whatever Liza Jane wanted him to do. But it turned out the dragon had only one response to all problems - opening his mouth and belching fire.

Bruce the bear likes to keep to himself. That, and eat eggs. But then his hard-boiled goose eggs turn out to be real, live goslings and they are convinced he's their mother. Bruce tries to get the geese to go south, but he can't seem to rid himself of his new companions. What's a bear to do?

The kitties on the bus say,"Come on, Pete! Come on, Pete!" The kitties on the bus say, "Come on, Pete! Hop on board!" Pete the Cat can't wait to drive the school bus all the way to school! Everyone's favorite cat is groovier than ever in this way-cool adaptation of the classic kids' song "The Wheels on the Bus"!

In this lively audiobook, children discover a world of shapes all around them: rectangles are ice-cream carts and stone metates, triangles are slices of watermelon and quesadillas. Many of the featured objects are Latino in origin, and all are universal in appeal. A fun-to-listen rhyming audiobook, this playful concept audiobook will reinforce the shapes found in every child's day!

A visit to the library can be full of surprises. When the librarian is late for story time, the children go off to look for her and follow mysterious paw prints to find a bear sitting at her desk. Is the bear a new librarian? Not exactly. The new LiBEARian opens a book about bears and utters a loud growl. The kids love it! Then the real librarian appears and sends the bear back into the book he came from. A fun twist at the end rounds out this magic-infused tale about a universal childhood experience - story time at the library.

Lainey Phillips has lived at the Sycamore Home for Orphaned Children since she was three years old. Now nearly a teenager, her life is hard, and she doesn’t expect it to get better—until a chance encounter during an open house changes everything when Lainey meets a woman who invites her to attend the prestigious Lovelace Academy.

Se cree que todas las luciérnagas vuelan, sin embargo, los únicos dotados con alas para hacerlo son los machos. Esta es la historia de Lucía, una joven luciérnaga que lo que único que desea en el mundo es volar y está dispuesta a todo con tal de conseguir su sueño, inclusive desafiar a las leyes de la naturaleza.

In the heart of the mystical Whimsy Woods, a treasure lies hidden, not of gold or jewels, but a secret that could transform the very essence of the forest. Puddin, a kind and clumsy Golden Retriever, and Cookies, a sharp-witted and elegant cat, embark on a perilous journey to uncover this treasure. They face treacherous trials, solve perplexing riddles, and confront formidable foes.

Dive into an enchanting underwater world with Caster and Onni in this captivating tale of friendship, courage, and adventure. When a mysterious call echoes through their peaceful Coral Village, these two brave friends set off on a perilous journey to answer its plea. Along the way, they'll encounter a giant lobster guarding ancient secrets, navigate a treacherous whirlpool, and restore light to a forgotten underwater cave. But as they venture deeper into the unknown, they'll discover that a greater darkness lurks beneath the surface, threatening to engulf their beloved ocean.

It’s lunchtime at school, and Leo knows exactly what he’s going to have: a baloney sandwich. His mom does the best she can, but sometimes Leo wishes they could afford more than baloney sandwiches. Then one day, the unexpected happens: His mom gets a new job and buys him a lunch box at a yard sale. Suddenly, he’s got something other than a baloney sandwich! Even more amazing, Leo’s delicious lunch begins to multiply, and the more he shares, the more he receives.

Welcome to the world of The Big Mess! This adventure-filled book from bestselling author Justin Whitmel Earley is packed with humor, chaos, and of course, a big mess! This heartwarming and relatable story about two siblings who must learn to get along reminds listeners that, no matter how messy, life is better when shared with the ones you love. Follow along as big brother Mouse tries to bake the perfect dessert, only to be interrupted by his energetic yet clumsy baby brother Moose.

When Mille, Nora, and Bea found fortune tellers popping up in unexpected places—with eerily accurate fortunes—they reunited as best friends. Now that they're back to being besties, they're excited to spend the summer together outside the city. Recruited into babysitting eight-year-old triplets and staying with Millie's family, the girls are hoping this will be their own private summer camp, one where they're in charge, away from annoying siblings and toxic frenemies.

Panchatantra has been a part of the Indian folklore for many centuries and continues to enchant young readers even today. Panchatantra ki Lokpriya Kathayein is a wonderful collection of six stories in Hindi that aim to guide the young readers about being wise...

Being moody, upset, and feeling neglected? Wondering why no one understands you? No worries! It’s Okay Not to be Okay, an encouraging book, will tell you that everyone experiences the state of being not okay sometimes, and it’s normal.

Panchatantra has been a part of the Indian folklore for many centuries and continues to enchant young readers even today. Panchatantra ki Prasiddh Kathayein is a wonderful collection of six tales in Hindi that aim to guide the young readers about the wise conduct of life...

Twelve-year-old Priya Patel wants to disappear. Between school bullies mocking her Indian heritage and a viral meme that calls her “CurryGirl12,” Priya feels invisible, or worse, like a joke. But everything changes when she discovers her late grandmother’s magical sewing machine, which opens a portal to the Loominary, a world where enchanted fabrics stitched from Indian folklore can heal hearts and protect joy. Joined by tech genius Harper and shy artist Lila, Priya enters the Secret Seamstress Society, battling Rakshasa-like villains called Threadbreakers who unravel happiness across...

Fresh from her laugh-out-loud London leap, Lynnie Roo is back in her hometown of Crescent Heads, tail twitching, boomerang polished, and pouch brimming with jam donuts. But things aren’t as sunny as they seem... The town’s beloved Lamington Festival is under threat. Recipes are vanishing. Meringue clues are appearing. And a mysterious ghost crab may, or may not, be tap-dancing at midnight. Even worse? Denny is back. Deported, devious, and more rotten than ever. With her besties Vanessa the witty fox, Lizzie the donut-loving koala, and new local legends Jarrah, Winda, and Tali on her ...

J and K are the most creative fifth graders at Dean Ashley Public School (DAPS). J loves to draw and his wordless stories are J-ENIUS! K loves to write and his stories are K-LASSIC!! Both J and K are determined to win the DAPS annual creative storytelling contest or at least get in the top five. And when they find out that they are both entering The Contest, it's the beginning of one of the most intense rivalries the world has ever seen.

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This Christmas, magic is just a touch away… When young Lucy picks out the perfect Christmas tree, she has no idea that her mother’s gift—five sparkling glass ornaments—holds a secret. The moment Lucy hangs the first one, she’s whisked away into a world of enchantment, mystery, and adventure. Trapped inside the magical ornaments, Lucy must summon her courage, make unlikely friends (including a mischievous monkey), and uncover the truth behind an old curse. Time is ticking, and she must journey through each magical realm before the clock strikes midnight on Christmas Eve. Will Lucy ...

A laugh-out-loud mystery book for kids ages 7 and up, with claws, clues… and cats that don’t mess around. Pouch McGee: Cat. Detective. Bowtie enthusiast. And Whiskerton’s only hope. When the humans wake up to find the tuna missing, it’s not just a snack crisis—it’s a full-blown animal mystery for kids packed with clues, chaos, and one very dramatic sidekick. Enter Pouch McGee: calm, clever, and always dressed for justice. With help from dramatic fluffball Simon, stealth queen Shadori, and snarky strategist Finley, Pouch must crack the case of the Great Tuna Heist—before the ...

The Fox’s Messenger is a whimsical short story by beloved Japanese children’s author Nankichi Niimi. In Japanese folklore, foxes are magical creatures capable of transforming into humans, often appearing as beautiful women. They can be clever tricksters, mysterious visitors, or even kind-hearted protectors. But the fox in this story is slightly different—perhaps a bit foolish and certainly amusing. Filled with charm and gentle humor, this tale is perfect for reading aloud to children and offers a lighthearted take on one of Japan’s most famous mythical animals.

Thirteen-year-old Lila Wren used to laugh loud, draw wild, and have a best friend on every block. But that was before the move. Before school hallways turned sharp with whispers and cruel nicknames. Now, Lila draws alone in her sketchbook... until one rainy afternoon, a strange tree with spotted bark glows beneath her pencil. When she touches the drawing, she's pulled into the Mirror Forest, a magical realm where trees reflect who you really are, and the only way forward is through the truths you most want to avoid. Guided by Ember, a grumpy, sarcastic leopard with unchangeable spots, Lila ...

What if the universe weren't made of particles and dimensions too complex to imagine, but of simple, beautiful threads and luxidoni you could see, feel, and even ride? Join Lux (light) and Vi (life), two curious children who fall asleep under a tree and awaken inside the very fabric of the universe. As they travel through darkness, structure, and wonder, they witness the birth of light, atoms, gravity, stars, and galaxies—and something more profound: how simplicity can explain everything. Inspired by the revolutionary Threads and Luxidoni Theory, this beautifully illustrated science ...

Written by renowned Japanese children’s author Nankichi Niimi, The Butterfly That Followed is a gentle, poetic tale . On a street corner, an old man sells colorful balloons—red, blue, yellow, and purple—swaying softly in the wind. Every day, a little white butterfly visits the balloons and spends the whole day with them. Among them all, it shares a special friendship with the tiniest red balloon. What happened next to the red balloon and the white butterfly? This simple, heartwarming story invites children and adults alike to imagine and dream. Ideal for reading aloud to children.

The Found Trumpet is a very short fairy tale written by beloved Japanese author Nankichi Niimi. Once upon a time, there was a lonely young man. He had no family—no father, mother, or siblings—and lived quietly alone. But deep inside, he longed to do something remarkable, to become someone great. One day, he discovered a trumpet. And then... what happened next? This touching, imaginative tale is perfect for reading aloud to children, inspiring dreams of hope and purpose.

Jin is a Stone Lion—one of the guardians of the Old City Gate who is charged to watch over humans and protect the Sacred Sphere. But to Jin, those boring duties feel like a waste of time. What isn’t a waste of time? Perfecting his zuqiu kick, scoring a Golden Goal, and becoming the most legendary player of all the spirit world.

The Pandavas at Ekachakrapura follows the brothers as they seek refuge in the town of Ekachakrapura after their escape. Disguised as Brahmins, they encounter a dangerous demon, Bakasura. Bhima’s courage and strength come to the forefront as he faces the beast to protect the villagers.

In The Escape, the Pandavas face a life-threatening trap set by their envious cousins. With cunning and courage, they manage to escape the burning palace and embark on a journey of survival. This gripping tale underscores the Pandavas’ resilience and unity in the face of betrayal.

Veda Vyasa is the revered sage who composed the epic Mahabharata, one of the longest and most profound epics in the world. This Amar Chitra Katha tells the inspiring story of Vyasa's life—from his divine birth to his work as a storyteller and philosopher.