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This bilingual book relates to the theme of, “I like who I am, I like what I do, how about you?” The simple words, familiar themes, and familiar situations portrayed in this book makes it ideal for Spanish learners. Accompanies Lesson 15 of Sonrisas Level II (6 x 8.5)

Since 1947, this book has been a favorite children’s story with universal appeal. Readers feel the peace and serenity as a young rabbit goes to bed and says goodnight to all the things in his room. The colorful illustrations are timeless and completely convey the meaning of the Spanish text. Accompanies Lesson 13 of Sonrisas Level I and Lesson 23 of Sonrisas Level II. (10.25 x 8.75)

From celebrated author Alma Flor Ada, the strength of this book is in its two-part presentation. The first part tells the story of how a family’s Thanksgiving celebration is almost ruined by a snowstorm—the twist at the end conveys the true spirit of friendship and generosity. In the second part, real-life photographs and informative text provide historical context to the question, “¿Qué es el Día de Acción de Gracias?” Accompanies Lesson 30 of Sonrisas Level I. (8 x 10)

From celebrated author Alma Flor Ada, the strength of this book is in its two-part presentation. The first part tells the story of a little boy Carlitos as he awaits Three Kings Day, and it gives readers an accurate portrayal of how that holiday is celebrated. In the second part, real-life photographs and informative text answer the question, “¿ Qué son la Navidad y el Día de Reyes?” Accompanies Lesson 30 in Sonrisas Level I. (8 x 10)

This fun tale is full of movement, song, and dance in the Indian jungle. Read fun words such as: ¡Mécete!, ¡Deslízate!, y ¡Retumba! The illustrations are colorful and chock-full of jungle animals. Can be used to teach jungle animals, Spanish commands, and colors. We use it in Lesson 16 of Sonrisas Level II to teach the prepositional phrases por aquí y por allá. (10 x 9.5)

This is a version of the traditional Latin American poem Los esqueletos—Cuando el reloj marca la una, los esqueletos salen de la tumba. ¡Chumba la cachumba la cachumbambá! As the hours on the clock increase, the skeletons perform different actions such as singing, launching a rocket, and playing brass instruments. This book is a wonderful addition to any Spanish lesson on Halloween, or it can be used to teach how to say the twelve hours in Spanish. Accompanies Lesson 9 in Sonrisas Level II. (8.5 x 6)