RecommendedReads: Bilingual(English&Spanish)
Eldobledeamigos/TwiceasManyFriends
BrianAmador
SPPAMAD, B
Making friends is twice the fun when you know two languages! Follow along as children laugh, play, and share through a catchy tune that introduces both English and Spanish phrases.
GatoGuapo
AnikaDenise
PDENI, A
Nine kittens follow Gato Guapo around, but when it's time to count them, one by one, they go missing, along with a piece of Gato Guapo's clothes! Laugh and count along with this lively cumulative romp told in a lyrical blend of Spanish and English.
TheInterpreter
OliviaAbtahi
PABTA, O
A heartfelt picture book about a young soccer-loving girl who’s an interpreter for her Spanish-speaking parents. It captures a common aspect of life for immigrant and bilingual families while offering a model for teamwork that helps everyone feel understood.
There’sNoSuchThingasUnicorns/Nohay talcosacomolosunicornios
LucyRowland
SPPROWL, L
When her brother tells her that there is no such thing as unicorns, a little girl sets out to find out the truth and hopefully prove him wrong.
Tíosyprimos
JacquelineAlcántara
SPPALCA, J
A little girl meets more relatives than she can count —but how will she communicate with them if she can’t speak their language?
MaríaMariposa KarlaValenti
PVALE, K
On her first day of school in the United States, a magical butterfly appears on Maria's windowsill, carrying memories of home and making her feel less lonely and more brave.
Lunaysuriquísimodimsum/Luna'sYum
YumDim
Sum
NatashaYim
SPPYIM, N
On Luna's birthday, the whole family goes out for dim sum--but Luna and her brothers can't agree on how to share their pork buns fairly. Celebrate diversity, math, and the power of storytelling!
StickyHermana AnaSiqueira
PSIQU, A
Having a sister who wants to do everything together is a pain! But in the end, big and little sisters always find a way to make up.
SpanishistheLanguageofMyFamily
MichaelGenhart
PGENH, M
An intergenerational story of family ties, cultural pride, and spelling bee victory following a young boy who bonds with his beloved abuela over a love of Spanish.
Iam,yosoy GabrielaOrozcoBelt
PBELT, G
With lyrical text in English and Spanish, this vibrant picture book is a celebration of Hispanic American identity--showcasing the beauty of being part of two cultures.
PepeandtheParade
TraceyKyle
PKYLE, T
Pepe wakes up early. There's a festival today! He's going the city with his family. ¡OLE! Amigos and familia will attend a celebration, honoring Hispanic people all around the nation.
HowtoSpeakinSpanglish Mónica
Mancillas
PMANC, M
Mexican American boy Sami loves combining Spanish and English to make Spanglish and is eager to share his language and joy with his skeptical Abuela and his vibrant community.
TheILoveYouBook/Ellibrodelosteamo
ToddParr
SPPPARR, T
In this bilingual colorful picture book, Todd Parr explores the meaning of unconditional love in a heartfelt, playful way.
¡Fiesta!AFestivalofColors DuncanTonatiuh
SPPTONA, D
A celebratory bilingual concept picture book, this book of colors features a street fiesta with green avocados, yellow tortillas, purple dance dresses, and brown charro pants.
IfYourBabysitterisaBruja AnaSiqueira
PSIQU, A
This bouncy, bilingual picture book is an enchanting, rollicking read-aloud for small ones with big imaginations.