A few recent favorites (and a couple of under-the-radar gems) for readers age 0-14. Bilingual books are noted in the recommendation and links to Spanish editions have been included whenever available.
If you enjoy Gustavo, be sure to try Leila the Perfect Witch and Vlad the Fabulous Vampire, too! (Picture Book Age 3-7)
And now for some award-winning science fiction about the power of storytelling! (Young Teen Fiction Age 10-14)
A stand-up comedian tells a true story from his childhood about a time when he took something his dad said a little too literally. (Picture Book Age 4-8)
A fun take on a classic with vibrant illustrations! (Picture Book Age 3-7)
In addition to being a Newbery-winning novelist, Donna Barba Higuera writes charming picture books for younger readers as well! (Picture Book Age 4-8)
Insight into a beautiful tradition! Consider pairing this with a Frida Kahlo biography to learn more about the traditions behind the artist's colorful flower crowns. (Picture Book Age 4-8)
A fun series for beginning readers (Easy Reader Level 3, Age 5-8)
A Spanish spelling bee story inspired by the author's mother's childhood experiences of not being allowed to speak Spanish at school. (Picture Book Age 4-8)
Duncan Tonatiuh's illustrations inspired by pre-Columbian Mixtec art are one-of-a-kind! He has so many good books that it was hard to choose just one for this list. (Picture Book Age 3-7)
While Oregonians are more familiar with her books for older readers, like this year's OBOB pick Flor and Miranda Steal the Show, this early chapter book series is great for kids just moving into longer stories. (Bridging Fiction Grades 2-4)
Great for fans of Doctor Who and the Marvel multiverse! Be sure to check out some other Rick Riordan Presents series, including Paola Santiago and the River of Tears and The Storm Runner (Young Teen Fiction Age 10-14)
A great introduction to an amazing array of people. If you discover someone you want to learn more about, try a full-length biography, too! (Children's Nonfiction Age 8-12)
Real world superhero siblings fightin' monsters and stuff in their Miami neighborhood! (Children's Graphic Novel Grades 3-5)
To quince or not to quince? A great choice for middle school age fans of Raina Telgemeier. (Young Teen Graphic Novel Age 10-14).
An illustrated version of Chilean poet Pablo Neruda's poem, "Book of Questions" in both Spanish and English. (Children's Nonfiction Age 5-12)
And if you're more of a Sisters fan (because road trips!), Mexikid might be right up your alley. (Young Teen Graphic Novels Age 10-14)
A gentle elementary school story with Amber Brown vibes. Be sure to check out Angela Dominguez's picture books, too! (Children's Fiction Grades 3-5)
A kid's-eye view of a significant time in Cuba's history. (Children's Fiction Grades 3-5)
