Lectorum Catalog 2024

75 • prices in red reflect a 20% discount • Picture Books LAS ESTRELLAS GR: N The Stars Jacques Goldstyn Grades 1-3 FRIENDSHIP/SPACE Jacob wants to be an astronaut, but his father wants him to take over the family business when he is older. One day, in the park, he meets a girl named Aisha, who shares his love of the stars. Because he is Jewish and she is Muslim, their families do not approve of their friendship. This book proves that love truly can conquer all. Sp. HC (JV45142) 9788426146854 $19.99/16.00 ERIK EL CONSTRUCTOR DE SUEÑOS Erik the Dream Builder Kike Gómez Illustrated by Dani Padrón Grades 1-3 FANTASY/AUTHENTIC LITERATURE Have you ever thought about where dreams come from? Who decides what we dream? Meet Erik the dream builder. One night, a little boy accompanies him and discovers what he does while we are all sleeping. Sp. HC (BLU46256) 9788494141157 $19.99/16.00 EL ANIMALEJO Y EL OSO The Strange Creature and the Bear Charlotte Habersack Grades 1-3 FRIENDSHIP With the money that Bear earns over the summer, he buys a luxurious cave and a mattress to store his extra cash. As different animals walk by his home, he becomes convinced they plan to rob him and takes security measures. One day, a strange creature appears and asks him to leave his “jail” and follow him. Children will love seeing where they end up. Sp. HC (PV44931) 9789583061189 $13.99/11.20 EL GRAN LIBRO DE LOS SUPERPODERES The Big Book of Superpowers Susanna Isern Illustrated by Rocio Bonilla Grades 1-3 AUTHENTIC LITERATURE/SELF-ESTEEM We all have superpowers. For some it’s music, memory, adaptation, creativity, just to name a few. What’s yours? Sp. HC (FLA44520) 9788494717376 $22.99/18.40 EL GRAN LIBRO DE LOS SUPERTESOROS The Big Book of Super Treasures Susanna Isern Illustrated by Rocio Bonilla Grades 1-3 AUTHENTIC LITERATURE/FEELINGS When most people think of treasures, they envision gold and jewels. The children in this book teach readers what is truly important and valuable in this world: happy memories, books, dreams, teachers, and tranquility, just to name a few. Sp. HC (FLA44860) 9788417749712 $22.99/18.40 PAVOR NOCTURNUS GR: J Night Fright Leticia Jammaccone Grades 1-3 OVERCOMING FEARS Pavor is a perfect child. He always listens, never gets dirty, and steers clear of others and their germs. When he turns six, he is tormented by a strange nocturnal phenomenon that does not allow him to sleep. The doctor prescribes a radical treatment that ends up changing Pavor’s for life the better. Sp. HC (PV45715) 9789583063145 $11.99/9.60 PASO A PASO GR:K One Step at a Time Jane Jolly Translated by Carmen Diana Dearden Grades 1-3 HELPING OTHERS Luk’s beloved elephant Mali is injured when she steps on a landmine and loses one of her legs. Readers will be touched to see how she is cared for, fitted for a prosthetic, and learns to walk again with Luk’s unwavering help. Sp. HC (EK41565) 9788494573538 $16.99/13.60 LOS FANTÁSTICOS LIBROS AR:4.4/ VOLADORES DEL GR:L/690L SR. MORRIS LESSMORE The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore William Joyce Grades 1-3 READING ENCOURAGEMENT In this beautiful tribute to the joy of reading, children will discover that each story begins with the opening of a book. Morris loves to read and is handpicked to take care of a marvelous library. He shares the stories until it’s time for someone else to take his place. Sp. HC (LC38210) 9781933032832 $17.99/14.40 MEMORIAS DE UNA ABUELA AR:4.4/ APOSTADORA GR:O Tales of a Gambling Grandma Dayal Kaur Khalsa Grades 1-3 DEALING WITH DEATH A little girl sings the praises of her unconventional grandmother in this colorful tribute to the special bond between grandchild and grandparent. Describing how she came from Russia to New York City, she traces her life from the birth of her children to her golden years, and ultimately, her death. Sp. HC (EK40146) 9788494303852 $10.99/8.80 UN ASUNTO DE DRAGONES GR: L A Dragon Matter Alexandre Lacroix Grades 1-3 CHARACTER EDUCATION To prove to his dad that he an authentic dragon, Strokkur must burn down some human houses in the neighboring town. Having rarely breathed fire, Strokkur is not very pleased with the idea. What will he do? Sp. HC (LV41125) 9788414002186 $18.99/15.20 UN CAMINO DE FLORES Sidewalk Flowers JonArno Lawson Grades 1-3 WORDLESS BOOK A little girl picks wildflowers as she walks with her father through a gray city. Each flower adds a color, beauty, and hope as they make their way home. This wordless book shows that small gestures can have an enormous impact. Sp. HC (LZR42152) 9788494650611 $19.99/16.00 ZIBA VINO EN UN BARCO AD890L Ziba Came on a Boat Liz Lofthouse Grades 1-3 IMMIGRANT EXPERIENCE In this poetic story, masterfully illustrated by Hans Christian Andersen-award winning artist Robert Ingpen, a little girl thinks of her homeland as she crosses the rough ocean toward and new life and liberty. It's a wonderful testament to imagination and the yearning to be free. Sp. HC (LG35635) 9788496646209 $21.99/17.60 CÓMO AIDAN LLEGÓ A GR: N DER UN HERMANO When Aidan Became a Brother Kyle Lukoff Grades 1-3 LGBTQ This award-winning picture book features Aidan, a transgender child. When he was born, everyone thought he was a girl. Once his parents tell him they are expecting a baby, he wants to make sure that everything is right for his new sibling. He worries he will make mistakes, but discovers love is the most important thing. Sp. PB (LW46585) 9781643795775 $12.95/10.36 New