Praise for Why Are You Doing That? by Elisa Amado, illustrated by Manuel Monroy:

“An energetic, simple exploration of food’s journey from farm to table for today’s young locavores.” Kirkus Reviews

Praise for What Are You Doing? by Elisa Amado, illustrated by Manuel Monroy:

“The repetitions in Amado’s story make for a pleasurable, rhythmic read.” Booklist

Praise for Somos como las nubes / We Are Like the Clouds by Jorge Argueta, illustrated by Alfonso Ruano:

“Argueta and Ruano present a unique and much-needed perspective on the reasons driving young people to immigrate to the U.S., in particular the desire to reunite with family. The scarcity of Latino children’s and young adult books that center Central American experiences makes this poignant poetry collection extremely vital.” Booklist, starred review

“Delicate illustrations include both realistic portrayals and surreal depictions that complement the textual imagery.” Horn Book, starred review

“Ruano’s realistic artwork conveys an immediacy that complements and extends the poems, allowing readers not familiar with the experience to be able to ‘see’ it.” Kirkus, starred review

Praise for Tricycle by Elisa Amado, illustrated by Alfonso Ruano

“A discussion-starter if ever there was one, this brief episode contrasts wealth and poverty in an unnamed Latin American country. … Amado puts plenty between the lines here, and Ruano does likewise in his neatly drawn scenes of green-lawn prosperity next to bare dirt and cast-off furniture. … Economic extremes may not be so side-by-side visible in the U.S., but they certainly exist, and children on both sides of the metaphorical hedge would benefit from this invitation to think about that.” Kirkus Reviews

“Class differences are seldom part of stories for very young children, but this book tells of rich and poor from the viewpoint of young Margarita. … While there is no overt message, there is much to talk about.” Booklist

• This is a story about friendship and immigration that will resonate universally.
• All children experience that disquieting moment when they realize that not all families are like their own. This is a sensitive yet light-hearted look at the misunderstandings and connections that occur across families and cultures.
• The lyrics to “Canción Mixteca,” a Mexican folk song by José López Alavez about living far away from home, are included in Spanish, along with a new English translation.
• Curriculum connections: Social studies / identity, family and community traditions, immigration; Health / interpersonal skills; Music / singing; Language arts / Spanish language, songs