Juana Medina – illustratör

It’s been three years since Abuela’s last visit, and Dulce revels in every tiny detail - from Abuela’s maletas full of candies in crinkly wrappers and gifts from primos to the sweet, earthy smell of Peru that floats out of Abuela’s room and down the hall. But Abuela’s visit can’t last forever, and all too soon she’s packing her suitcases again. Then Dulce has an idea: maybe there are things she can gather for her cousins and send with Abuela to remind them of the U.S. relatives they’ve never met. And despite having to say goodbye, Abuela has one more surprise for Dulce - something to help her remember that home isn’t just a place, but the deep-rooted love they share no matter the distance.

In this charming picture book that blends English and Spanish, a precocious little girl takes tourists on a delightfully unconventional tour of her hometown in Colombia.Tourists come from all over to Luisa’s hometown of Salento to hike the famous Cocora Valley. But Luisa knows what they should be seeing, so she generously puts off doing her chores to offer extra special FREE tours of the really important spots in Salento.First there’s her casa—the only dark green house en la plaza! Then the coffee shop where she drinks jugo de mora (which turns her tongue purple) and listens to her cousin Oscar play the guitarra (his papi wishes he would find a girlfriend, but you didn't hear that from Luisa!). And there’s so many other places to see and people to meet! After all, Luisa lives in the best pueblito in el whole mundo.This debut picture book from actress and writer Sara Amini is a celebration of the personality, joy, and energy that makes small towns (and small tour guides!) unique, with exuberant illustrations from award-winning illustrator Juana Medina.

"There’s something for everyone in these gently funny pages: warmhearted solace for new parents, support for freshly minted siblings, and tender empathy for the very newest among us." ―Publishers Weekly (starred review)A great gift for new parents, this picture book is a funnyand heartwarming celebration of the challenges, changes, and cheers that come with being a baby.You’re always being picked up and put down. You have to tell people everything—when you’re hot, when you’re hungry—but they don’t always get what you need. And some of your clothes are REALLY goofy. But hang in there, babies—everything will get better!With a wise and surprising narrator and charmingly expressive illustrations from Pura Belpré Award–winning artist Juana Medina, this new classic will help exhausted parents remember that their babies, too, are figuring everything out for the first time—and find a few laughs along the way.It’s the perfect picture book for caregivers and their little ones to enjoy together.Hey there, babies.I hear you.Everyone thinks your lives are easy.But you and I know the truth . . .It’s hard to be a baby!

A perfect gift for new parents, with delightful illustrations from Pura Belpré Award–winning artist Juana Medina, Cheryl B. Klein’s board book It’s Hard to Be a Baby is a hilarious and heartwarming read-aloud celebrating the challenges, changes, and cheers that come with being a babyHey there, babies. I hear you.Everyone thinks your lives are easy.But you and I know the truth . . .It’s hard to be a baby!You’re always being picked up and put down. You have to tell people everything—when you’re hot, when you’re hungry—but they don’t always get what you need. And some of your clothes are REALLY goofy. But hang in there, babies—everything will get better!With a wise and surprising narrator and charmingly expressive illustrations, this new classic will help exhausted parents remember that their babies, too, are figuring everything out for the first time—and find a few laughs along the way.It's the perfect board book for caregivers and their little ones to enjoy together.

A glittering celebration of queer families puts Pride gently in perspective – honouring those in the LBGTQ+ community who fought against injustice and inequality.Pride’s a day that means “Together, we are strong!”This joyful picture-book homage to a day of community and inclusion – and to the joys of anticipation – is also a comprehensive history. With bright, buoyant illustrations and lyrical, age-appropriate rhyme modeled on “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” it tackles difficult content such as the Stonewall Riots and the AIDS marches. On the night before Pride, families everywhere are preparing to partake. As one family packs snacks and makes signs, an older sibling shares the importance of the parade with the newest member of the family. Reflecting on the day, the siblings agree that the best thing about Pride is getting to be yourself. Debut author Joanna McClintick and Pura Belpré Award-winning author-illustrator Juana Medina create a new classic that pays homage to the beauty of families of all compositions – and of all-inclusive love.

En este encantador álbum ilustrado, una precoz niña les da a unos turistas un tour deliciosamente inusual por su pueblo natal en Colombia.Los turistas vienen de todas partes a Salento, el pueblo natal de Luisa, para hacer senderismo en el famoso valle de Cocora. Pero Luisa sabe qué es lo que deberían ver, así que generosamente pospone sus quehaceres para ofrecer tours extraespeciales GRATIS por los lugares que de verdad son importantes en Salento.Primero, está su casa (¡la única de la plaza que es de color verde y blanco!). Luego, la cafetería, donde ella toma jugo de mora (que le pone la lengua morada) y oye a su primo Óscar tocar la guitarra (a su papi le gustaría que él se buscara una novia, ¡pero no fue Luisa quien se los dijo!). ¡Y hay tantos otros lugares por ver y gente por conocer! Después de todo, Luisa vive en el mejor pueblito del mundo.Este primer álbum ilustrado de la actriz y escritora Sara Amini es una celebración de la personalidad, la alegría y la energía que hace únicos a los pueblos pequeños (¡y a los pequeños guías turísticos!), con exuberantes ilustraciones de la galardonada ilustradora Juana Medina.(edición en español) ENGLISH DESCRIPTIONIn this charming picture book, a precocious little girl takes tourists on a delightfully unconventional tour of her hometown in Colombia.Tourists come from all over to Luisa’s hometown of Salento to hike the famous Cocora Valley. But Luisa knows what they should be seeing, so she generously puts off doing her chores to offer extra special FREE tours of the really important spots in Salento.First there’s her casa—the only dark green house en la plaza! Then the coffee shop where she drinks jugo de mora (which turns her tongue purple) and listens to her cousin Oscar play the guitarra (his papi wishes he would find a girlfriend, but you didn't hear that from Luisa!). And there’s so many other places to see and people to meet! After all, Luisa lives in the best pueblito in el whole mundo.This debut picture book from actress and writer Sara Amini is a celebration of the personality, joy, and energy that makes small towns (and small tour guides!) unique, with exuberant illustrations from award-winning illustrator Juana Medina.(Spanish edition)

"A cozy story about a curious pup with a slight identity crisis . . . Children and caregivers alike will enjoy this charming tale." —Kirkus ReviewsWhen a baked potato–loving lady adopts a dog, she adores him unconditionally&mdashland given the pup's small, round frame and warm, brown coat she can't help but call him "Baked Potato"! But what happens when a dog who thinks he's a baked potato gets lost? Will he find his lady? And more importantly, will he find himself? I'm a Baked Potato! is a fun, bighearted story about the names we're given, the names we choose, and how both can help us find our way home. Full of heart and laugh-out-loud moments, this story will leave readers giggling—and looking at pets in a whole new way.• A book about identity and discovering where one might belong• Filled with personality filled animals including a mean blue dog, a wily fox, and a very smart owl • Full of heart and laugh-out-loud moments, this story will leave readers gigglingAdults and kids who are fans of Llama Destroys the World, Rabbit and Robot, or Tiny T.Rex and the Impossible Hug will love this book.This book is perfect for children discovering the sensory details of the world and is ideal for the following reading categories:• Read-aloud books• Early reading books • Fun books for Kids• Book for kids about getting a new pet

A glittering celebration of queer families puts Pride gently in perspective – honouring those in the LBGTQ+ community who fought against injustice and inequality.Pride’s a day that means “Together, we are strong!”This joyful picture-book homage to a day of community and inclusion – and to the joys of anticipation – is also a comprehensive history. With bright, buoyant illustrations and lyrical, age-appropriate rhyme modeled on “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” it tackles difficult content such as the Stonewall Riots and the AIDS marches. On the night before Pride, families everywhere are preparing to partake. As one family packs snacks and makes signs, an older sibling shares the importance of the parade with the newest member of the family. Reflecting on the day, the siblings agree that the best thing about Pride is getting to be yourself. Debut author Joanna McClintic and Pura Belpré Award–winning author-illustrator Juana Medina create a new classic that pays homage to the beauty of families of all compositions – and of all-inclusive love.