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non-series books
My Dad, My Rock (release date: March, 2022)
* A Kirkus Reviews’ Best Book of 2022!
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"A beautifully illustrated, touching tale of love.” – Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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Oliver never met his grandpa. He wonders what he would tell Grandpa if the two of them could meet, even once. Oliver decides that he would tell him about an amazing man that Grandpa never met: Oliver's dad, Grandpa's own son. In this touching and heartfelt story, you will be taken on a journey of what it means to be a dad and to be the master of your own destiny.
What Makes Us Human
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English (USA-CAN-UK) / Portuguese (Brazil) / Korean (world) / Chinese Simplified (world) / Italian (world) / French (world minus French-speaking Africa and Middle East) / Spanish (world) / Arabic (world), Basque (word), Galician (world), Catalan (world), Asturian (world)
“I have been around for a very long time. Longer than toys, dogs, or anyone you know. I am everywhere.
Can you guess what I am?”
Little Polyglot Adventures (series)
Our multi-award-winning children’s picture book series
Book 1: Dylan’s Birthday Present
RIGHTS SOLD: Spanish (Chile)
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Dylan is an American boy like many others. One thing makes him special, though: his parents come from other countries and speak to him in different languages. It's his birthday today and he receives a very unusual present, only to lose it shortly after. Together with his best friend Emma, a sweet bilingual girl born to South African parents, Dylan sets out to find his lost birthday present. During their search, the two multilingual and multicultural friends learn about the value of friendship, of speaking different languages, and of appreciating one's own as well as others' cultural and linguistic background.
While reading this book, kids will learn 6 words in different languages and will feel like little polyglots themselves!
Book 2: A Wild Day at the Zoo
RIGHTS SOLD: Spanish (Chile)
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The city zoo is holding a very special event. Today, guests can bring their own pets to the zoo! Of course, all city residents want to join in on the fun. Dylan and Isabella, the little polyglot siblings, see this as a great opportunity for Kiki, Dylan's pet chicken, to meet her animal friends. However, things get a bit out of control when Kiki is left unattended. In this fun, colorful, and multicultural story, children will learn about the importance of thinking outside the box and using their imagination and creativity to solve difficult problems.
Book 3: A Multicultural Picnic
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“Fun-filled, educational and brimming with good values, this book is a must for children in diverse cultural settings.” - Reedsy Discovery (MUST-READ, 5-star review)
Dylan and Isabella, the polyglot siblings, have special guests in town: the grandparents. To celebrate their arrival from abroad, the family decides to have a picnic at the park. Things get a bit out of control when the children meet a group of unwelcoming boys at the park and when Kiki, Dylan’s pet chicken, decides to venture out on her own.
In this fun and multicultural story, children will learn about the true value of friendship, of not judging a book by its cover, and of being proud of their own culture while also respecting that of others.
Book 4: Kiki Goes to Brazil (release date: May 31, 2021)
The polyglot family is embarking on their first vacation together to Brazil, the country of exotic animals, soccer, samba, carnaval, and friendly people. Their final destination: Rio de Janeiro, with its world-famous beaches and breathtaking views. Kiki, Dylan, and Isabella cannot wait to take it all in on the famous Copacabana Beach. Kiki, being the independent chicken she is, decides to do a little exploring on her own. In this multicultural, diverse, and educational book, children will learn that friendship can cross borders and how speaking other languages and having knowledge of other cultures can open doors everywhere we go.
non-series books
The Boy Who Illustrated Happiness
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“This book should be in all home and public libraries. It’s a brilliant concept and written incredibly well. An excellent lesson for children (and adults) to learn.” -- Reedsy Discovery (MUST-READ, 5-star review)
Ben loves to draw. Drawing makes him happy, and he uses his drawing talent to also make others around him happy. One day, he has an idea: what if he started a Happiness Club? To become a member of the club, all a child has to do is use their own unique talents to make another member of the club happy. In this uplifting, diverse, and beautifully illustrated book, children will learn how the exponential power of love, respect, and friendship can be harnessed to make the world a happier place for all.
Just Like Magic (release date: January, 2022)
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“A beautiful and encouraging picture book. This is the book young readers will need to face their fears and to build self confidence. If you are in the market for a book with this kind of theme, then look no more.” -- Reedsy Discovery
Nino is the bravest platypus in Animalandia—at least in his dreams. During his waking hours, Nino has a hard time believing in himself. Luckily, his situation is about to change when a magic genie decides to help him. In this fun and inspiring story, children will learn along with Nino that they can become more confident—even without a magical genie by their side.
Goodbye, Colors! (release date: January, 2022)
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“A charming story, full of adventure and educational value.” – Reedsy Discovery
“Fast-paced, fun, and colorful. The illustrations are absolutely beautiful.” – Readers’ Favorite
Sabrina wakes up one morning thinking her day would be nothing special. However, an evil witch who is very angry at the rainbow has a different plan: to delete all the rainbow colors from the world, one by one. The witch’s wicked acts prompt Sabrina to jump into action! In this fast-paced, fun, and colorful story, children will learn that to accomplish something great, we sometimes must face our biggest fears. They will also come to understand that the best time to appreciate things we hold dear is right now.