Children's Books: Youth Fiction

100 cuentos más bellos del mundo, Los: Para leer antes de dormir ISBN/Cat.# 9501106381
Roe, James
Argentina, 1987
69 pages
$18.95
The 100 Most Beautiful Stories in the World contains illustrated bedtime stories for children, gathered from all over the world. Hardcover edition.
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100 cuentos para leer antes de dormir ISBN/Cat.# 9501103633
varios
Argentina, 1995
69 pages
$18.95
100 Bedtime Stories is a colorful, hardcover edition of some of the world's favorite childrens stories. Designed to be read to preschoolers.
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*Antología de la literatura para niños de Guatemala ISBN/Cat.# 8483773937
Piedra Santa, Irene
Guatemala, 1998
202 pages
$15.95
Anthology of Guatemalan Children's Literature. Co-published by UNICEF, this collection of Guatemalan folklore will appeal to older children as well as educators. Contains stories, songs, tongue twisters, and illustrations, as well as critical notes on the role of folklore in culture.
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*Arbol y la niña, El ISBN/Cat.# ELARBOL
Van Haeringen, Annemarie
Nicaragua, 1996
28 pages
$13.95
From Nicaragua comes the tale of a world covered with marvellous virgin forests. Soon, people begin to cut down the trees until just one mango tree remains. Only one young girl seems concerned. But is it too late? Hardcover edition. Third grade level.
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*As de trébol ISBN/Cat.# 9500417049
King Smith, Dick
Argentina, 1997
160 pages
$14.95
Ace of Clubs: Babe's Great-Grandchild. This descendant of Babe the Pig is just as clever as his grandfather. This sequel to the best-selling book and blockbuster film contains more animal adventures to delight young people. Fifth to seventh grade levels.
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**Autopista sanguijuela ISBN/Cat.# 9681903277
Villoro, Jaun
Mexico, 1998
179 pages
$14.95
In Leech Highway what should be a leisurely bus trip turns into a long, frightening, and dangerous expedition. The mafia is in control of the highway that Tere y Pepe Martínez Delgado have to travel on, and they must figure out a way to get off the bus alive. Illustrations accompany the story and emphasize the chaos the brothers must contend with. Fourth to sixth grade levels.
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Béisbol en abril y otras historias ISBN/Cat.# 015205720X
Soto, Gary
Mexico, 1996
147 pages
$9.95
Baseball in April and Other Stories is an illustrated anthology of eleven short pieces by this esteemed, prize-winning Chicano writer. Fourth to seventh grade reading levels.
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**Camino de Karibú ISBN/Cat.# 8420789518
Pérez de Tudela, César
Spain, 1998
142 pages
$8.95
The Path of the Caribou is an extensive tale of the true adventures and expeditions of Baron Cotopaxi. These stories scale mountains and traverse the North Pole Region. The book contains realistic and colorful illustrations. Appropriate for fifth to seventh grade readers.
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**Caminos de la luna, Los ISBN/Cat.# 8420782939
Farias, Juan
Spain, 1997
116 pages
$8.95
The Paths of the Moon is the endearing story of a relationship between a young girl and her grandfather. Simple text and beautiful pencil drawings illustrate their adventures. Appropriate for fifth to seventh grade levels.
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**Capitana Jennifer Aguamala Jones ISBN/Cat.# 9681654358
French, Vivian
Mexico, 1997
47 pages
$8.95
Captian Jennifer and Jellyfish Jones is an exciting, tale for adventurous young readers. Jennifer, the child-pirate, along with other wonderfully unique characters, take you on an unforgettable journey through imaginary seas. Amusing illustrations add to the book's charm. Foruth to sixth grade level.
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Casa imaginaria, La ISBN/Cat.# 9681640381
Mateos, Pilar
Mexico, 1996
75 pages
$7.95
The Imaginary House is a delightfully illustrated tale in which a little girl escapes the routine of daily life by using her imagination. Third and fourth grade level.
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*Casi medio año ISBN/Cat.# 9687791128
Brozon, M. B.
Mexico, 1997
131 pages
$8.95
Santiago is a ten year old. Almost Half a Year is his almost six month diary in which his misdeeds, his first girl-friend, his friends, his schoolwork, and his family are reflected upon, sometimes seriously, sometimes not, but always keeping a keen sense of humor. This book was awarded the Steamboat Prize (Premio Vapor) for children's literature.
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Caverna encantada, La ISBN/Cat.# 9684940807
Serna, Enrique
Mexico, 1997
28 pages
$10.95
From the series EnCuento offering young readers access to the great writers of the Spanish-speaking world comes the title The Enchanted Cave by the celebrated, Mexican author Enrique Serna (Mexico City, 1959). Extraordinary, evocative, color illustrations by Mauricio Gómez Morín. Fifth grade level.
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**Cerdito que amaba el ballet, El ISBN/Cat.# 9800110356
Lima, Chely
Venezuela, 1998
33 pages
$14.95
The Piglet Who Loved Ballet is the tender story of just that. Comical and entertaining. Fourth grade level.
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**Choose Your Own Adventure Series ISBN/Cat.# CHOOSEYOUR
varios
Argentina, 1996
$9.95
Choose Your Own Adventure Series contains eighteen action-packed stories for sixth and seventh graders. These hardcover, interactive books allow the reader to choose between a variety of endings. Each title sold individually. Series includes the following titles:
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Club de la salamandra, El ISBN/Cat.# 9687791438
Sandoval, Jaime Alfonso
Mexico, 1998
224 pages
$11.95
The prize-winning Club of the Salamander is the original story of a young man searching for adventure. In his worldly expeditions he encounters a secret society of "anti-scientists", a group both persecuted and prohibited for its unconventional scientific theories. His introduction to this strange scientific group results in unsettling revelations, difficult rescues, and hopeless love. This acclaimed author proves to be a confident and humorous writer with an impressive imagination.
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Colección: Elige tu propia aventura (15 titles) ISBN/Cat.# ELIGETUPRO
varios
Argentina, 1996
2300 pages
$119.95
Collection: Choose Your Own Adventure is a set of fifteen action-packed stories for sixth and seventh graders. These hardcover interactive books allow the reader to choose between a variety of endings. A great value.
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Colección: Papelucho (8 books) ISBN/Cat.# COLECCIONPAPEL
Paz, Marcela
Chile, 1993
120 pages
$34.95
Eight evocative storybooks from the noted Chilean author. The adventures of "Papelucho" take the reader to unknown and unexpected places. True Latin American classic literature for children. Fourth grade level.
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Comprador de vidas, El ISBN/Cat.# 9681646940
Cañizo, José Antonio del
Mexico, 1996
88 pages
$7.95
The Buyer of Lives is a cleverly illustrated tale about the futility of materialism. Fifth and sixth grade level.
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*Cordoncito, El ISBN/Cat.# 9684940823
Leñero, Vicente
Mexico, 1997
28 pages
$10.95
The celebrated, prize-winning Mexican author Vicente Leñero (Guadalajara, 1933) tells the story of The Short String in his inimitable, sonorous style. Vivid, evocative, color illustrations by Humberto García. Fourth grade level.
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*Crisantemo ISBN/Cat.# 8424133447
Henkes, Kevin
USA, 1997
32 pages
$20.95
Chrysanthemum contains splendid colorful illustrations and a delightful storyline to which all children can relate. For children from kindergarden through second grade level. Hardcover edition.
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**Cuentos de agua ISBN/Cat.# CUENTOSAGUA
Sastrías, Martha
Mexico, 1997
46 pages
$7.95
Tales of Water. This illustrated compilation of courageous and inspirational stories derives its themes from Spanish and Latin American roots. A variety of Latin American authors are represented through selected works from each country. A thoughtful and evocative introduction to hispanic culture for early readers. First to second grade level.
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Cuentos de animales fantásticos para niños ISBN/Cat.# 9684940149
varios
Venezuela, 1997
106 pages
$12.95
A gathering of stories from throughout Latin America about imaginary, "fantastic" animals. Countries such as Guatemala, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, and Nicaragua are represented. Color illustrations and glossary. Fifth grade level.
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Cuentos de lugares encantados ISBN/Cat.# 9580414114
Equipo editorial
Venezuela, 1997
120 pages
$12.95
Stories of Enchanted Places. A beautiful and essential collection of stories from all over Latin America, such as Nicaragua, Colombia, Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Guatemala. Colorfully illustrated, each story includes a glossary and brief historical description. Fourth to sixth grade reading level.
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**Cuentos de madera ISBN/Cat.# CUENTOSMADERA
Sastrías, Martha (Editora)
Mexico, 1997
64 pages
$7.95
Tales of Wood is an illustrated collection of fantastical tales steeped in Latin American and Spanish culture, selected from a variety of countries such as Colombia, Venezuela, Guatemala, Puerto Rico, and Nicaragua. The stories are a great introduction into the hispanic world for young readers. Second through fourth grade levels.
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**Cuentos de metal ISBN/Cat.# CUENTOSMETAL
Sastrías, Martha (Editora)
Mexico, 1997
55 pages
$7.95
Tales of Metal. Latin American and Spanish culture are bridged in this collection of inspiring folk tales for early readers. Twenty selected stories from a variety of countries, such as Guatemala, Nicaragua, Puerto Rico, Colombia, and Venezuela. Second to fourth grade level. Illustrated.
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Cuentos de piratas, corsarios y bandidos ISBN/Cat.# 9580408319
varios
Venezuela, 1995
104 pages
$12.95
Pirate stories from throughout Latin American countries such as Colombia, Nicaragua, Puerto Rico, Guatemala, and Venezuela. Color illustrations. Sixth grade level.
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Cuentos de terror, de magia y de otras cosas extrañas ISBN/Cat.# 9561313197
Schkolnik, Saúl
Chile, 1995
48 pages
$7.95
Stories of Terror, Magic, and Other Strange Things contains a wonderful sampling of the extraordinary. A great introduction to the genre for fourth to sixth graders.
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Cuentos espeluznantes ISBN/Cat.# 9561314088
Doyle, Sir Arthur Conan
Chile, 1996
139 pages
$8.95
Hair-raising Stories. Six intense tales of macabre fantasy by the creator of Sherlock Holmes.
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**Cuentos para ir a dormir ISBN/Cat.# 8426130585
Attwell, Mabel L.
Spain, 1997
126 pages
$24.95
The beautiful, hardcover edition of Going-to-Bed-Tales contains celebrated illustrations by reputed British artist M. L. Atwell. Her short stories, nursery rhymes and lustrous color pictures have turned this book into a beloved treasure for generations of young readers. Appropriate for all elementary grades.
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*Cuentos para soñar trotamundos: Antología ISBN/Cat.# 950581657X
varios
Argentina, 1997
112 pages
$8.95
Globetrotting Stories for Dreaming was put together by H.I.J.O.S., the children of the desaparecidos(disappeared) during, and before, its last military dictatorship. Contains short stories for ages nine through eighteen.
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**Cuentos por teléfono ISBN/Cat.# 8426155596
Rodari, Gianni
Spain, 1997
142 pages
$10.95
In Tales on the Telephone the prize-winning author creates an authentic and unique book of children's tales, abounding with charming humor comprehensible even by the smallest readers. His playful stories create a world full of excitement and optimism. The hardcover edition is provided with engaging drawings. Fourth to sixth grade level.
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*Día en la vida de Catalina, Un ISBN/Cat.# 9684940106
Hiriart, Berta
Mexico, 1997
33 pages
$10.95
In A Day in the Life of Catalina, Berta Hiriart (Mexico City, 1950) describes a typical day in the life of Catalina. Or is it? Vivid color illustrations by Claudia de Teresa. Third grade level.
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*Desaparición de la abuela, La ISBN/Cat.# 9687791144
Alvarez de la Peza, Isabel
Mexico, 1997
123 pages
$9.95
In Grandma's Disappearance, the significance of the words: "if your grandma comes back" were more than Rodrigo and Esteban could have imagined. A cybernetic adventure in which friendship overcomes evil. Sixth to seventh grade level.
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Diario de Biloca, El ISBN/Cat.# 9681640314
García, Edson Gabriel
Mexico, 1995
106 pages
$7.95
Biloca's Diary records a thirteen-year-old girl's thoughts as she discovers boys. Fifth and sixth grade levels.
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**Dilaf y la princesa ISBN/Cat.# 842078463X
Vidal, César
Spain, 1998
131 pages
$8.95
Dilaf and the Princess is an enchanting story, transcribed from the manuscripts of Dilaf the Wise. This book not only has imaginative colorful illustrations, but also a glossary of Undrian terms, including the alphabet of this ancient language. Appropriate for third to fifth grade levels.
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**Domingo por la mañana ISBN/Cat.# 9687791403
Palacios, Esther Hernández
Mexico, 1998
62 pages
$7.95
One Sunday Morning Miss Gertrude's four children wake up to find their mother missing, with only an outline of her body on the sheets. Colorful and endearing drawings illustrate their adventures as they find out what life would be like without her. An interesting plot twist returns their mother to them safely. Appropriate for second to third grade levels.
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*Elefante sin circo, Un ISBN/Cat.# 9687791136
Sandoval Avila, Alejandro
Mexico, 1997
72 pages
$7.95
If there are wonders in this world, elephants are among them. An Elephant Without a Circus is the story of an elephant whose life unfolds outside of the circus, far from the zoo, except for his last days. It is also the story of his caretaker, who becomes almost like family. Fourth grade level. Includes evocative, color illustrations by Felipe Ugalde.
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Escorpiones, Los ISBN/Cat.# 9580415056
Myers, Walter Dean
Colombia, 1997
247 pages
$8.95
A Newberry Medal-winning book entitled Scorpions. Jamal doesn't only have problems with Dwayne, with whom he's constantly fighting, he's also worried about his brother Randy who's in prison. Sixth grade level.
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*Fer y la princesa ISBN/Cat.# 9687884002
Aline Petterson
Chile, 1997
64 pages
$5.95
A beautiful description of a child's surprizing journey under the sea. Contains colorful and artistic illustrations. Second grade level.
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Galileo en su reino ISBN/Cat.# 980010710X
Garmendia, Salvador
Venezuela, 1996
51 pages
$9.95
Galileo's Kingdom, or should we say "Catdom!" This is an easy reader for second or third graders who love cats. Glossy paper. Evocative illustrations.
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**Garra, La ISBN/Cat.# 9681654323
Jennings, Paul
Mexico, 1997
45 pages
$8.95
The Paw Thing is a skillfully crafted tale about overcoming weakness and problem solving. The mystery's outcome centers around a very special cat. Delightfully illustrated. Second to third grade level.
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Gato encerrado ISBN/Cat.# 9800108807
Tabuas, Mireya
Venezuela, 1995
60 pages
$9.95
The Caged Cat. A detective story with delightfully detailed pen and ink drawings. Fifth to seventh grade levels.
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*Gran viaje de Adelina, El ISBN/Cat.# 097896878844
Ethel Krauze
Chile, 1997
64 pages
$5.95
The Great Voyage of Adelina is a beautiful story describing the imaginative journey of a young child looking for her parents. Illustrated. Second grade reading level.
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**Gregorio vuelve a México ISBN/Cat.# 9681903676
Romeu, Emma
Mexico, 1998
146 pages
$9.95
In Gregory Returns to Mexico a young boy searches for knowledge on the coasts of the Yucatan and encounters adventure, treasure, and mystery. The incorporation of Mayan history make this a challenging and engaging book for the fifth to seventh grade levels.
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Hermano en la tierra ISBN/Cat.# 9681645901
Swindells, Robert
Mexico, 1995
220 pages
$8.95
Brother in the Land is a cautionary tale about the consequences of nuclear holocaust. Fifth to seventh grade levels.
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**Historia sin nombre, Una ISBN/Cat.# 8420784656
Martínez Menchén, Antonio
Spain, 1998
83 pages
$8.95
A Nameless Story tells about the adventures of a little boy who must wake up while it is still dark in order to catch the bus for school. Each chapter is dedicated to aspects of his imagination, such as a piece of talking fruit, that he encounters while getting ready for school. Watercolor illustrations compliment the story. Appropriate for second to fourth grade levels.
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*Historia verdadera de una princesa ISBN/Cat.# 9684940165
Arredondo, Inés
Mexico, 1997
33 pages
$10.95
In The Real Life of a Princess, Mexican author Inés Arredondo (Sinaloa, 1928) examines the life of the Aztec princess Malinche in a thoughtful, and historically accurate portrayal. Color illustrations by Enrique Rosquillas. Second grade level.
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**Huesos de la lagartija ISBN/Cat.# 968779142X
Navarrete, Federico
Mexico, 1998
223 pages
$10.95
Bones of the Small Lizard is a fascinating story about the arrival of the conquistadors to Mexico, from the perspective of an adolescent Aztec. Through this young boy's eyes the reader learns about the fall of Tenochtitlan, life before the conquest, and what the inhabitants of Mexico thought of the strangers that invaded their land. The young boy narrates the dramatic story of how he lived through war, hunger, and sickness to stay in his beloved city. Appropriate for sixth to eighth grade levels.
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Invisible director de orquesta, El ISBN/Cat.# 9681640403
Doumerc, Beatriz
Mexico, 1994
64 pages
$6.95
The Invisible Orchestra Conductor by the Uruguayan author. Fourth grade level.
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