Lectorum Catalog 2024

190 • fax your orders to (877) 532-8676 • www.lectorum.com • DANIEL Y LOS NIÑOS DE OTRAS RELIGIONES Daniel and the Children of Diverse Religions María Martín Schcolnik Grades K-2 DIVERSITY When Daniel gets home from school, he tells his mother that his friend Vedika does not celebrate Christmas. She explains that other religions have different holidays and traditions. The next day, he tells his teacher that he wants the class to celebrate his friends’ diverse religions as well. Sp. HC (SM46568) 9788413927473 $13.99/11.20 EL CARNAVAL DE MI BISABUELA Bisa’s Carnaval GR:M Joana Pastro Grades K-2 HOLIDAY BOOKS This book captures the sights and sounds of carnival in Brazil as a young girl celebrates with her great grandmother. Sp. PB (SO46313) 9781338798197 $7.99/6.40 ¡AL CARNAVAL! To Carnival! Baptiste Paul Grades K-2 CARIBBEAN INTEREST/HOLIDAY BOOK It’s Carnival time in St. Lucia and Melba cannot wait to go. She misses the bus, but, luckily, friends and neighbors accompany her on a musical trip to the vibrant, colorful celebration. Creole words pepper the Spanish text and information about the Caribbean island is provided at the end of the story. Sp. PB (BFP45515) 9781646862153 $9.99/8.00 CELEBRATIONS/CELEBRACIONES Nancy María Grande Tabor AR:5.0/GR:H Grades K-3 The United States and Mexico share many holidays. These special days reflect common values, mutual respect for family and history, and rich cultural heritages. Through folk art, Nancy Maria Grande Tabor shows the similarities and differences of various holidays celebrated in Mexico and the United States. Sp./Eng. PB (CH32220) 9781570915505 $7.95/6.36 New Holidays & Festivals ¡FELIZ DÍA DEL PADRE! AR:1/GR: C Happy Father’s Day! Ada Kinney Grades PreK-K Readers go on a Father’s Day adventure with relatable characters in this easy-to-read book. From breakfast to the ballpark, children will enjoy reading about fun ways to celebrate this special day with Dad. Sp. PB (RN42380) 9781499428032 $9.25/7.40 BOOK FIESTA! CELEBRATE AR:3.7 CHILDREN’S DAY/ BOOK DAY/ AD790L CELEBREMOS EL DÍA DE LOS NIÑOS/EL DÍA DE LOS LIBROS Pat Mora Illustrated by Rafael López Grades K-1 READING ENCOURAGEMENT This beautifully illustrated book helps us celebrate Children’s Day and Book Day. Children will let their imaginations run wild as they envision where books can take them. They’ll feel motivated and encouraged to pick up a great book and travel to far off places! Sp./Eng. HC (HC35817) 9780061288777 $17.99/14.40 2010 Pura Belpré Award for Illustration COLECCIÓN “CELEBREMOS LAS FIESTAS ESTADOUNIDENSES” Celebrating U.S. Holidays Series Grades K-1 AMERICAN HISTORY The important figures, history, traditions, and activities associated with each U.S. holiday are explained in accessible, reader-friendly language. The relatable content encourages readers to draw parallels to their own experiences and family traditions. Colorful photographs match the accompanying text and facilitate reader comprehension. ¿POR QUÉ CELEBRAMOS GR: D EL DÍA DE ACCIÓN DE GRACIAS? Why Do We Celebrate Thanksgiving? Sp. PB (RN44218) 9781538333204 $9.25/7.40 ¿POR QUÉ CELEBRAMOS GR: E EL DÍA DE LA INDEPENDENCIA? Why Do We Celebrate Independence Day? Sp. PB (RN44213) 9781538332979 $9.25/7.40 ¿POR QUÉ CELEBRAMOS EL GR: E DÍA DE MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.? Why Do We Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Sp. PB (RN44219) 9781538333051 $9.25/7.40 Day of the Dead ¡ES LA HORA DE LOS GR:J/430L ESQUELETOS!/ IT’S SKELETON TIME! Ana Galán Grades PreK-K MUSIC/TELLING TIME Based on a Costa Rican song, a lively group of skeletons helps little children learn to tell time. Information on the Day of the Dead is provided at the end of the book. Sp./Eng. PB (SO42473) 9781338187854 $7.99/6.40 THE DAY OF THE DEAD/EL DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS GR: M Bob Barner Translated by Teresa Mlawer Grades K-2 MEXICAN INTEREST Follow two children as they celebrate their ancestors on this vibrant holiday. They offer marigolds, sugar skulls, and special bread, and make delicious foods. By spreading marigold petals, they guide the dead home to join the festivities. Finally, after singing and dancing, it’s time for bed. Sp. Eng. PB (HL37258) 9780823423811 $7.99/6.40 THE FESTIVAL OF THE BONES/ EL FESTIVAL DE LAS CALAVERAS Luis San Vicente AR:2.1/GR:M Grades K-2 POETRY This delightful bilingual book explores the Day of the Dead through poetry and whimsical drawings. Whether readers are well-versed or new to the holiday, this book captures its essence, and is a true celebration of Mexican culture. Sp./Eng. PB (TW40200) 9781941026038 $12.95/10.36 EL DÍA DE MUERTOS GR: K/AD640 The Day of the Dead Ivar Da Coll Grades 1-3 MEXICAN INTEREST Every year, on November 2nd, Grandma comes and teaches all about the Day of the Dead. Through her stories, we learn the importance of this Mexican holiday, and about the traditions that make the day special, from making altars for our deceased loved ones to baking treats in the shape of skeletons. Humorous, colorful illustrations add the perfect touch to this truly original book of verse. Sp. PB (LC35328) 9781933032436 $9.99/8.00 THE SPIRIT OF TÍO AR:3.0/GR: O/600L FERNANDO/EL ESPÍRITU DE TÍO FERNANDO A Day of the Dead Story Janice Levy Illustrated by Morella Fuenmayor Translated by Teresa Mlawer Grades 2-3 MEXICAN INTEREST This touching and beautifully written bilingual book tells how a Mexican boy and his mother honor the spirit of the boy’s favorite uncle on the Day of the Dead. Sp./Eng. PB (WT0299) 9780807575864 $8.99/7.20