Hispanic cultures are rich, colorful, and diverse! Check out these books that feature Hispanic characters with many different stories to share for kids ages 4-8. 
This Moment Is Special

A Día de Muertos Story (Day of the Dead)

Illustrated by John Parra

Through all moments of the day, both large and small, a boy prepares for a Day of the Dead celebration, in this “comforting” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) and “heartfelt…both gentle and profound” (School Library Journal) picture book from Pura Belpré Honor–winning author-illustrator John Parra.

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Abuelita's Song
Illustrated by Mariyah Rahman

From Pura Belpré Honor author Gloria Amescua comes a sweet picture book integrating Spanish words and celebrating the family and music that connects us all.

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A Festa for Luana
Illustrated by Duda Oliva

A young Brazilian American girl navigates the concept of belonging when she celebrates the Brazilian Festa Junina festival with her family in this remarkable picture book about embracing all aspects of one’s identity.

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Eloísa's Musical Window
Illustrated by John Parra

Inspired by stories from her mother’s childhood, acclaimed author Margarita Engle and award-winning artist John Parra have crafted a vibrant picture book about a young girl and her family who find joy in the music flowing from outside their window.

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The River Is My Ocean
Illustrated by Ashleigh Corrin

A grandmother and granddaughter share a magical trip to the Hudson River affirming intergenerational love and the power of water in this heart-song of a picture book.

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Plátanos Are Love

A delicious picture book about the ways plantains shape Latinx culture, community, and family, told through a young girl’s experiences in the kitchen with her abuela.

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Water Day
Illustrated by Olivia Sua

A joyful picture book from acclaimed author Margarita Engle about a young girl and her community celebrating the arrival of the water man who visits weekly to distribute water to the village.
 

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Empanadas for Everyone
Illustrated by Lenny Wen

In the vein of Thank You, Omu! and Bilal Cooks Daal comes a lyrical and nourishing tale about the importance of food to a community—and value of community to the experience of cooking—as told through the eyes of a young girl helping her tía.

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Día de Muertos

A Papel Picado Lift-the-Flap Book

Illustrated by Alicia Más

In the vein of Coco, this bright board book highlights the beauty of Día de Muertos with colorful felt lift-the-flaps that look just like papel picado revealing details of the holiday.
 

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Growing an Artist

The Story of a Landscaper and His Son

Illustrated by John Parra

From award-winning artist John Parra comes a touching and deceptively simple picture book based on his childhood experience that’s a “heartwarming family story that underscores the value of creativity, passion, and hard work” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) and celebrates the bond between a father and son.

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If Your Babysitter Is a Bruja
Illustrated by Irena Freitas

This bouncy, bilingual picture book is an enchanting, rollicking read-aloud for small ones with big imaginations.

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Veo, Veo, I See You
Illustrated by Lulu Delacre

From a New York Times bestselling and Pura Belpré Honor–winning creator comes a heartwarming picture book celebrating essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic that’s also a lively, bilingual game of Veo, Veo (I Spy).
 

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A Song of Frutas
Illustrated by Sara Palacios

From Pura Belpré Award–winning author Margarita Engle comes a lively, rhythmic picture book about a little girl visiting her grandfather who is a pregonero—a singing street vendor in Cuba—and helping him sell his frutas.

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A Sled for Gabo

The Snowy Day meets Last Stop on Market Street in this heartwarming classic in the making about a young boy who is in a new town and doesn’t have much, but with the help of a loving community discovers the joys of his first snowy day.

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Remembering

A family remembers their beloved pet dog through the traditions of Día de Muertos in this poignant and brightly illustrated picture book from Pura Belpré Honor–winning team Xelena González and Adriana M. Garcia.

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If Dominican Were a Color
Illustrated by Brianna McCarthy

The colors of Hispaniola burst into life in this striking, evocative debut picture book that celebrates the joy of being Dominican.

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When Angels Sing

The Story of Rock Legend Carlos Santana

Illustrated by Jose Ramirez

Winner of a Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor and a Robert F. Sibert Honor!

Celebrate music icon Carlos Santana in this vibrant, rhythmic picture book from the author of the New York Times Best Illustrated Children’s Book Muddy: The Story of Blues Legend Muddy Waters.

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A Birthday Basket for Tia
Illustrated by Cecily Lang

With the help of her mischievous cat, Cecilia finds the perfect birthday present for her Tía.

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Biblioburro

A True Story from Colombia

Illustrated by Jeanette Winter

A man, his burros, and his books bring joy to children in remote Colombian villages in this inspiring book based on a true story by celebrated picture book creator Jeanette Winter.

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Our Favorite Day of the Year
Illustrated by Rahele Jomepour Bell

“Gorgeously inviting illustrations and a joyful theme…the consummate first day read.” —Shelf Awareness (starred review)

A heartwarming picture book following a group of boys from different backgrounds throughout the school year as they become the best of friends.

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Dancing Hands

How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President Lincoln

Illustrated by Rafael López

Winner of the Pura Belpré Illustrator Award
Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book

In soaring words and stunning illustrations, Margarita Engle and Rafael López tell the story of Teresa Carreño, a child prodigy who played piano for Abraham Lincoln.

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Miracle on 133rd Street
Illustrated by Marjorie Priceman

An urban family’s dilemma becomes a community celebration in this delectable holiday treat from Sonia Manzano, also known as “Maria” on Sesame Street.

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Lena's Shoes Are Nervous

A First-Day-of-School Dilemma

Illustrated by Juana Medina

In the tradition of School’s First Day of School, debut author Keith Calabrese and Pura Belpré Award winner Juana Medina share a sweet, universal story about a clever little girl whose shoes are nervous about the first day of school.

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Yo Soy Muslim

A Father's Letter to His Daughter

Illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini

Huffington Post Most Powerful Children’s Book of 2017

From Muslim and Latino poet Mark Gonzales comes a touching and lyrical picture book about a parent who encourages their child to find joy and pride in all aspects of their multicultural identity.

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Ada's Violin

The Story of the Recycled Orchestra of Paraguay

Illustrated by Sally Wern Comport

From award-winning author Susan Hood and illustrator Sally Wern Comport comes the extraordinary true tale of the Recycled Orchestra of Paraguay, an orchestra made up of children playing instruments built from recycled trash.

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Good-bye, Havana! Hola, New York!
Illustrated by Raúl Colón

When five year old Gabriella hears talk of Castro and something called revolution in her home in Cuba, she doesn't understand. Then when her parents leave suddenly and she remains with her grandparents, life isn't the same. 

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The Flying Girl

How Aida de Acosta Learned to Soar

Illustrated by Sara Palacios

In this beautiful picture book filled with soaring words and buoyant illustrations, award-winners Margarita Engle and Sara Palacios tell the inspiring true story of Aída de Acosta, the first woman to fly a motorized aircraft.

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