January 2025: New Releases by Latinx Authors
January brings an exciting lineup of new releases from Latinx authors, offering fresh perspectives and voices for educators to share with their students. These books not only highlight diverse cultural experiences but also provide meaningful opportunities for discussion on identity, community, and the world we live in. As you plan your curriculum for the year ahead, these authors' works can enrich your classroom and help foster an inclusive learning environment.
The Snips: A Bad Buzz Day
Written and illustrated by Raúl the Third
This fun graphic novel follows the Snips, a team of heroes who fight hair-related disasters in Scissors City. The story is full of humor, colorful artwork, and exciting action as the Snips work together to stop the Bad Buzz Boyz. It’s a great, entertaining read for kids, with a mix of funny puns and superhero adventure. (Ages 7-10)
Bodega Cats: Just Kitten Around
Hilda Eunice Burgos, Siara Faison (Illustrator)
This heartwarming story follows Yesenia, a girl struggling with family expectations and finding her own voice, as she adopts a mischievous kitten named Candy. The book beautifully explores family, identity, and the challenges of growing up, all while being filled with humor and charm. With lively illustrations and relatable characters, it's a delightful read for kids, showing the importance of being true to oneself. (Ages 7-10)
Gabby Torres Gets a Billion Followers
Angela Dominguez
This charming story follows 9-year-old Gabby Torres as she navigates the challenges of starting a social media account for her environmental club. Gabby’s journey highlights the importance of online safety, making mistakes, and learning from them, all while dealing with friendships and family expectations. With fun illustrations and a relatable main character, this book is a great read for kids learning about social media and growing up. (Ages 6-9)
And, Too, the Fox
Ada Limón, Gaby D'Alessandro (Illustrator)
This charming picture book follows a red fox as he explores the forest, suburbs, and hunts for food. The simple, poetic text paired with bright, detailed illustrations brings the fox’s playful and independent personality to life. It’s a calming and beautiful story that shows the fox's adventures in nature, with a gentle reminder of the realities of life in the wild. (Ages 4-8)
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