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With so much media distraction in the world, it is time for more bedtime stories and inspiring tales. Parents and children can enjoy these Latinx children's books that share the stories of inspiring professionals that made history in the US and fictional stories with a Latinx cultural lens. Whether you have children or not, these books have many colorful graphics that will entertain you and teach you about culture, folklore and history. These are books that focus not only on Latinx culture but also that inspire children to face insecurities and embrace their backgrounds.
Lil\' Libros
Lil’ Libros offers a vast selection of bilingual books for children about Latin culture and history. From Mexican painter Frida Kahlo and Cuban music icon, Celia Cruz in, this company offers many books in English and Spanish. Each book features colorful illustrations to make the reading activity more entertaining. They even have a book about Selena Quintanilla for your child.
Amarita\'s Way
This book, written by Amara La Negra, about an ambitious young girl who never lets life‘s obstacles stand in her way. The book features three empowering stories including Self-Love, Mommy and Me and Never Give Up. Through each colorful page the reader will be encouraged by motivational words that will boost confidence.
Fearless Trailblazers
This new children's book spotlights 11 Latinos who made US history. Naibe Reynoso is also the author of Be Bold Be! Brave! The Latino pioneers featured in this book include Astronaut Jose Hernandez, Musical Icon Carlos Santana, Playwright Lin-Manuel Miranda, Scientist Albert Baez, Baseball great Fernando Valenzuela, Civil Rights Leader Cesar Chavez, Fashion Guru Oscar de la Renta, Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, Pioneer Journalist/Civil Rights Activist, Ruben Salazar, Actor Ricardo Montalban, and Politician Julian Castro.
Be Bold! Be Brave!
This book is not only for bold children but also for bold Latin children. Be Bold! Be Brave! is a bilingual book that features 11 Latinas who made history in the US. Through colorful illustrations, the author shows Latinas that excelled in medicine, science, sports, art, journalism and politics. Some of the personalities featured include Sonia Sotomayor, first Latina Supreme Court Justice, Ellen Ochoa, first Latina to go to space, Selena and more.
The Secret Footprints
The Secret Footprints is about an old Dominican legend called "Ciguapas". The book focuses on the story of a bold Ciguapa who is curious about humans meets a boy that sometimes she steals food from. The Dominican legend comes with many bold illustrations to entertain any reader.
Bad Hair Does Not Exist!
Bad Hair Does Not Exist! is a bilingual book encouraging young Afro-Latino and multi-racial girls to love their own hair. The book brings awareness to young girls on how to appreciate their own beauty. It features colorful illustrations to educate girls and help them identify the term "bad hair".
Sulwe
Author Lupita Nyongo brings Sulwe, an empowering story about a dark-skin girl who is darker than her family. This inspiring story motivates children to see their own beauty despite their skin color. The fictional story will take you on a magical journey and a book every kid will love.
The Poet X
This New York Times-bestselling book follows the story of a Dominican-American girl, Xiomara Batista, in Harlem neighborhood who enjoys poetry and art. Despite her cultural background and mom's disapproval, Xiomara refuses to stay quiet and voices her feelings. This is a great book about expressing your own voice and ideas.
I Believe I Can
This book is a follow-up from the first book I Am Enough. I Belive I Can is a message for boys and girls of every background to believe in themselves and self-acceptance. “My goal with I Am Enough was to help show children who they are. With I Believe I Can, I want them to know that they have limitless potential.” – shared the author, Grace Byers