Angela Dominguez – illustratör

In her first middle-grade novel, award-winning picture book author and illustrator Angela Dominguez tells a heartwarming story based on her own experiences growing up Mexican-American.Stella Díaz loves marine animals, especially her betta fish, Pancho. But Stella Díaz is not a betta fish. Betta fish like to be alone, while Stella loves spending time with her mom and brother and her best friend Jenny. Trouble is, Jenny is in another class this year, and Stella feels very lonely.When a new boy arrives in Stella's class, she really wants to be his friend, but sometimes Stella accidentally speaks Spanish instead of English and pronounces words wrong, which makes her turn roja. Plus, she has to speak in front of her whole class for a big presentation at school! But she better get over her fears soon, because Stella Díaz has something to say!Stella Díaz Has Something to Say introduces an infectiously charming new character with relatable writing and adorable black-and-white art throughout. Simple Spanish vocabulary is also integrated within the text, providing a bilingual element.2019 Sid Fleischman Award winnerA 2019 Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) Notable Children's BookA New York Public Library Best Book for Kids 2018Top 10 Showstopper FavoriteOne of Chicago Public Library's "Best of the Best Books 2018"

Join the adorable bird and dinosaur duo as they continue to navigate the hazards of childhood, in English and Spanish, in the next installment of this sweet and funny bilingual picture book series.When Lolo gets bored, Birdie suggests fun activities to do together. But Lolo isn't interested in anything! They try everything from baking cookies, to swimming, to putting on a play, but nothing excites Lolo. ¡Es aburrido! Can Birdie's idea for a game finally turn the day around?This charming bilingual picture book is perfect for young readers looking for something new to do. They'll be delighted by the latest Lolo & Birdie adventure as they learn alongside these two funny friends, in English and Spanish.

Lolo wants everything! But will he share with his friend? Join the adorable bird and dinosaur duo as they continue to navigate the hazards of childhood, in English and Spanish, in the next installment of this sweet and funny bilingual picture book series.Lolo isn't very good at sharing. When his friend Birdie surprises him with cookies, a hat, and a pinata, Lolo says, "!Es mio!" But how will they have a fun party? Will Lolo be able to break open his pinata if it means delicious candy for everyone?This charming bilingual picture book is perfect for little ones learning to share. They'll be delighted by the latest Lolo & Birdie adventure as they learn alongside these two funny friends, in English and Spanish.

The Spanish language edition of Stella Diaz Has Something to Say, a middle grade novel by award-winning illustrator Angela Dominguez about a Mexican-American girl conquering shyness as she prepares a school presentation on marine animals.La edicion en espanol de Stella Diaz Has Something to Say, una novela para jovenes lectores de la galardonada ilustradora Angela Dominguez sobre una nina mexicoestadounidense que va venciendo su timidez mientras prepara una presentacion escolar sobre animales marinos.!Stella Diaz es un encantador personaje de literatura juvenil para preadolescentes que va a conquistar tu corazon! Cuando un nuevo chico llamado Stanley llega a su clase, Stella intenta por todos los medios convertirse en su amiga, pero a veces ella, por accidente, habla espanol en lugar de ingles y pronuncia mal las palabras, lo que la lleva a sonrojarse. Como si no bastara, !ella tiene que hablar delante de toda la clase para hacer una presentacion importante de la escuela! Pero mas le vale que supere pronto sus miedos, !porque Stella Diaz tiene algo que decir!Basado en las experiencias de la autora mientras crecia como mexicoestadounidense, este personaje contagiosamente encantador cobra vida a traves de una narracion con la que es facil identificarse y de unas adorables ilustraciones en blanco y negro.

In the third book in the Gabby Torres graphic novel series, nine-year-old Gabby is determined to get to the bottom of some mysterious happenings at her new neighbor's house. Perfect for fans of THE CUPCAKE DIARIES and DORY FANTASMAGORY.Gabby is excited when the "For Sale" sign next door is gone one morning. She's getting new neighbors! But when mysterious packages, wrapped in white plastic, show up at the house, Gabby is suspicious. Is that a couch... or a coffin? As other mysteries begin to pile up-like a strange howling in the middle of the night-Gabby knows only SHE can get to the bottom of it. With binoculars in hand, Gabby is ready to spy!But not everything is as it seems, and making assumptions about others can quickly turn sour. Luckily, sometimes the truth can be even sweeter!

The Spanish language edition of Stella Diaz Never Gives Up, from award-winning author Angela Dominguez. A shy Mexican-American girl who becomes an environmental activist and makes a difference in her community. De la galardonada autora Angela Dominguez llega la novela Stella Diaz nunca se da por vencida, una historia sobre una timida nina mexicoestadounidense que se convierte en activista medioambiental y logra un gran cambio en su comunidad.!Stella se lleva una gran sorpresa cuando su madre planifica un viaje para visitar a su familia en Mexico! A Stella le encantan los animales marinos y esta deseando ver el oceano por primera vez... hasta que llega y descubre que el mar y sus formas de vida estan en peligro debido a la contaminacion.Stella quiere salvar el oceano, pero sabe que no puede hacerlo sola. Va a ser necesario mucho trabajo y la ayuda de antiguos y nuevos amigos para lograr un gran cambio, pero !Stella Diaz nunca se da por vencida!Esta es la segunda novela para preadolescentes de la galardonada autora e ilustradora de libros infantiles Angela Dominguez. Basado en las experiencias de la autora mientras crecia como mexicoestadounidense, este personaje contagiosamente encantador cobra vida a traves de una narracion con la que es facil identificarse y de unas adorables ilustraciones en blanco y negro.

De la galardonada autora Angela Dominguez llega otra novela sobre Stella Diaz, una timida nina mexicoestadounidense que alza su voz para lograr un cambio en su comunidad. En Stella Diaz suena en grande, como le iran las cosas a Stella cuando las aguas se vuelvan turbulentas? Stella esta feliz como una lombriz en cuarto grado. Es la presidenta del club de conservacion Los Mosqueteros del Mar, empieza a tomar clases de natacion y se inscribe en un nuevo club de arte en la escuela. Pero, a medida que su agenda se llena, la escuela tambien se vuelve mas dificil. !De repente, la marea ha cambiado y esta demasiado ocupada! Stella se vera inmersa en un mar de problemas si no logra mantenerse a flote. Pero con sus fieles Mosqueteros del Mar a su lado, !espera hacer realidad sus grandes suenos! Basado en las experiencias de la autora mientras crecia como mexicoestadounidense, este personaje contagiosamente encantador cobra vida a traves de una narracion con la que es facil identificarse y de unas adorables ilustraciones en blanco y negro.

In Stella Díaz Dreams Big, by award-winning author and illustrator Angela Dominguez, how will Stella fare when the waters get rough? Stella is happy as a clam in fourth grade. She''s the president of the Sea Musketeers conservation club, she starts taking swim lessons, and she joins a new art club at school. But as her schedule fills up, school gets harder, too. Suddenly the tides have turned, and she is way too busy!Stella will be in an ocean of trouble if she can''t keep her head above water. But with her trusty Sea Musketeers by her side, she hopes to make her big dreams come true! Based on the author''s experiences growing up Mexican-American, this infectiously charming character comes to life through relatable storytelling including simple Spanish vocabulary and adorable black-and-white art.Reading level: 660L | 4.4

In Stella Díaz to the Rescue, the latest in this beloved series from award-winning author Angela Dominguez, Stella learns that sometimes the best way to help others is just to be there for them when times get tough.It’s a new calendar year, and Stella is determined to make it her best one yet. Not only are Stella and her family finally becoming U.S. citizens, but the Sea Musketeers are also presenting their plastics pledge to the school council. With her trusty schedule in hand, Stella is ready for anything! But after life takes unexpected turns, Stella will have to fight to keep her perfect year on track.Not to worry, because Stella Diaz is to the rescue! Right?Reading level: 660L | 4.4

A bilingual picture book that’s sweet enough to eat about a chatty bluebird and an indecisive T. Rex who can’t decide what his next meal should be, introducing readers to basic Spanish and English food vocabulary. When a bluebird comes upon a dinosaur who’s down in the dumps, he asks what’s wrong. “¡Tengo hambre!” says the dinosaur. I’m hungry! Does the dinosaur want a banana? “¿Plátano? No.” Fish? “¿Pescado? No, gracias.” Nothing seems to do the trick! What does dinosaur want to eat? This delightful bilingual picture book is about finding just the right food—and just the right friend. Perfect for fans of We Don't Eat Our Classmates and Stegothesaurus.

From award-winning author Angela Dominguez, the fifth and final novel about Stella Díaz, a Mexican-American girl who is now ready to be at the top of her school—fifth grade!Stella is getting ready for her next big step. This year, she''s a fifth grader, which means she''s not only one of the big kids in her elementary school, but she''ll also have to start thinking about middle school. GULP! Luckily, Stella can count on her best friends Jenny and Stanley at her side. But when she has a chance to apply for an art and science program at a magnet school, Stella realizes that her future might hold a lot of big changes. Thinking about going to a different school than her closest friends, seeing her big brother Nick receiving mail from colleges far away, and then being forced to work on a project with her former bully... Suddenly, growing up isn’t quite as fun as Stella first thought. Is Stella ready for what''s next?Reading level: 4.5

In Angela Dominguez's Stella Diaz to the Rescue, the beloved Stella learns that sometimes the best way to help others is just to be there for them when times get tough.It’s a new calendar year, and Stella is determined to make it her best one yet. Not only are Stella and her family finally becoming U.S. citizens, but the Sea Musketeers are also presenting their plastics pledge to the school council. With her trusty schedule in hand, Stella is ready for anything! But after life takes unexpected turns, Stella will have to fight to keep her perfect year on track.Not to worry, because Stella Diaz is to the rescue! Right?