Raissa Figueroa – illustratör

Meet a brave little mermaid searching for a very special treasure in this heart-warming and gorgeously illustrated celebration of friendship, creativity and digging deep for determination!Meet Oona.She’s a little mermaid who loves special treasure and big adventures – and often ends up in big trouble!But with her best friend Otto by her side, Oona is on the hunt for the grandest treasure of all – and she’s about to find out it’s not what she thought it was…A wonderfully watery tale of friendship, creativity and digging deep for determination, Oona is about to be your new best friend! From the New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and featuring the extraordinary illustrative talents of Raissa Figueroa.

Meet a brave little mermaid searching for a very special treasure in this heart-warming and gorgeously illustrated celebration of friendship, creativity and digging deep for determination!Meet Oona.She’s a little mermaid who loves special treasure and big adventures – and often ends up in big trouble!But with her best friend Otto by her side, Oona is on the hunt for the grandest treasure of all – and she’s about to find out it’s not what she thought it was…A wonderfully watery tale of friendship, creativity and digging deep for determination, Oona is about to be your new best friend! From the New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and featuring the extraordinary illustrative talents of Raissa Figueroa.

Oona is one determined little mermaid, but she faces her biggest challenge yet in trying to make friends with Stanley the shark. Whatever will she do? A fun-filled and gorgeously illustrated celebration of friendship, creativity and perseverance.Oona loves to share her inventions with her friends. They’re big and bold and loud – just like her!But there’s one underwater creature who doesn’t seem to enjoy Oona’s company, or her creations.And that’s Stanley the shark!Oona’s latest hopping, chopping and popping inventions just make him angry.Oona may not know what Stanley likes, but she does know what he doesn’t. And maybe that’s a good place to start. Because mermaids never stop trying . . . not when there’s a friend out there to make.From the New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and featuring the extraordinary illustrative talents of Raissa Figueroa, the dynamic partnership behind Oona.

Oona is one determined little mermaid, but she faces her biggest challenge yet in trying to make friends with Stanley the shark. Whatever will she do? A fun-filled and gorgeously illustrated celebration of friendship, creativity and perseverance.Oona loves to share her inventions with her friends. They’re big and bold and loud – just like her!But there’s one underwater creature who doesn’t seem to enjoy Oona’s company, or her creations.And that’s Stanley the shark!Oona’s latest hopping, chopping and popping inventions just make him angry.Oona may not know what Stanley likes, but she does know what he doesn’t. And maybe that’s a good place to start. Because mermaids never stop trying . . . not when there’s a friend out there to make.From the New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and featuring the extraordinary illustrative talents of Raissa Figueroa, the dynamic partnership behind Oona.

This comical and heartfelt picture book is a winning celebration of invention, creativity, and friendship. With gorgeous underwater scenes and a crowd-pleasing tale, this is one little mermaid who is here to make a splash! New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award winner Raissa Figueroa would like to introduce Oona—the big wide sea’s littlest mischief-maker. Oona and her best friend Otto love to search for treasure…and often find trouble instead.Messy trouble.Tricky trouble.Even shark-related trouble.That’s never stopped them before, though!After all, no proper treasure hunt is without some adventure. But when the grandest treasure yet is stuck in a deep, dark rift, Oona’s not sure if she can dive right in. What might be waiting for her in those unknown waters?

When a new kid moves to town, a beautiful friendship filled with wonder and imagination blooms in this lushly illustrated, inventive, and empathetic picture book.Between strangers and friends..."Hello."Lean into the in-between moments in this poetic picture book that celebrates all the small steps in a budding friendship between two new friends.Between friends and friends forever...Promises and pinky swears. Two young kids meet for the first time and a playful friendship begins. From their backyard to the rolling hills of their neighborhood to the unlimited dreamscape of their imaginations, the two discover what it's like to connect with a true friend in real life and make-believe.With vibrant illustrations, Between You and Me is an exploration of the big and small ways we can empathize with one another, and it's the perfect book to share, whether it be with someone you love or someone you are just getting to know. Scenes flow from realistic depictions of playing in cardboard boxes to portrayals of magical landscapes, capturing the childhood spirit of make-believe perfectly.

A celebration of the extraordinary and ordinary power of dogs of all kinds, in sly and cheerful verse from celebrated poet David Elliott. Features artwork from an all-star cast of eighteen bestselling and award-winning illustrators.In so many hearts you’re number one! Agile! High-spirited! Obedient! Fun! You hunt. You fish. You search and find. You cheer the old. You guide the blind.In this ode to our most loyal companions, you’ll meet the Labrador Retriever and sixteen other remarkable dogs. There's the Bloodhound, who has a sense of smell one thousand times better than yours or mine. And there’s the Irish Wolfhound, the world’s tallest dog, who was once the companion of royalty. And we can’t forget the mutt.But that’s not all! You’ll meet big dogs and small dogs, scruffy dogs and elegant dogs, and dogs from all around the world. Pairing engaging poems with surprising facts, Best in Show is a one-of-a-kind gift and a paw-sitively perfect read-aloud for dog lovers and aspiring pet owners.Includes illustrations by Elaine Bay, Cátia Chien, Matthew Cordell, Cindy Derby, Flavia Z. Drago, Leo Espinosa, Raissa Figueroa, Julie Flett, Ebony Glenn, Rebecca Green, Emily Hughes, Oge Mora, Kenard Pak, Antoinette Portis, Raúl the Third, Sergio Ruzzier, Charles Santoso, and David Ezra Stein.Don’t miss these titles by David Elliott:On the FarmIn the WildThe Seventh RavenVoices: The Final Hours of Joan of ArcBull

A cheeky and colorful debut picture book about a father-daughter birding adventure—illustrated by Coretta Scott King Honoree Raissa Figueroa. Can you spot two early birds EARbirding on a father-daughter nature walk?With each chirp and cheep, Honeybird ticks off a color on her birding adventure list:Yellow. Tick!Green. Tick!But where’s Blue? Honeybird has never seen Blue. Not ever!With her budding outdoor skills, a bit of patience, and encouragement from Pop, today could finally be the day.

Christmas is just around the corner, and Khalil can’t wait to celebrate with his favorite traditions. He’s excited to search for the perfect tree, dance to festive jingles, and, of course, meet Santa. But after a classmate says his drawing of Santa isn’t quite right, Khalil is left with one important question:Is there a Santa like me? With inspiring text from Tonya Abari and warm illustrations from Raissa Figueroa, this story of a child's first experience meeting a Black Santa Claus story pairs holiday joy with the power of representation.

A bold and bright picture book about being brave when you're scared in a new, overwhelming environmentEsi is a brave Ghanaian girl who is not afraid of anything. Monsters and ghosts should be scared of her!When she sets off for the annual Kakamotobi Festival with her parents, she’s confident she’ll be fine. Her mother warns that there’s going to be loud music and scary masks and a very big crowd, but Esi’s unconcerned. She's not afraid of anything.But when they get to the festival and her parents suddenly disappear in a crowd of terrifying monster masks, Esi realizes that to save her parents, she’ll have to be the bravest she’s ever been. With detail-packed illustrations and a text begging to be read aloud, this is the perfect story about finding your inner strength to be brave.

A young Dominican girl is excited for her first Carnaval with her parents.Flor, Papi, and Mami zip through the streets! They're off to Carnaval! When they arrive, the plaza is bursting with sights and sounds—people shouting and laughing, fried food sizzles, and the aroma of funnel cake wafts through the air. Flor's feet can hardly keep still as the music of tambores and trumpets thump out a rhythmic beat. Papi lifts Flor on his shoulders so she doesn't miss a thing. Below her, the Carnaval is a brilliant swirl of pinks, purples, oranges, and blues. There's so much to see!From los lechones de Santiago, who spin in circles, dancing their African and Latin dances. They sway and shake like palmas in the wind. Flor throws her arms in the air and swings them left to right. When Los Taínos appear, their grass skirts swish in the wind, their painted bodies telling stories of the ancestors. Everything about them seems from some other time and place, but Flor knows they are apart of her.Next comes Roba la gallina in his rainbow dress, singing and throwing candy to the crowd, telling Flor to keep her ancestors alive and strong by telling their stories. El Diablo Cojuelo is not far behind. He taunts and teases, but Flor stands tall and brave. She knows it's all just fun and games.But then El Diablo invites her to join show! Finally! Flor, dances, whisked away by myth and magic, surrounded by Black and Brown beauty everywhere.We're Off to Carnaval! is a joyous homage to a tradition that celebrates freedom, heritage and connection.

A joyful celebration of hair positivity and culturalpride!It's wash day - Tasha's least favourite day of the week!Wash day means stinging eyes, aching back and water everywhere,even in Tasha's ears!But with big sis comforting her, Mama humming to the music andGranny telling stories of wash days past, the weekly ritual soonbecomes more than a weekend chore - it's a special bonding timefor three generations of beautiful Black women. A gorgeous picture book that will affirm, empower and reflectthe lived experience of Black children everywhereA heartfelt and relatable story from Tanisia Moore, the authorof When Black Girls Dream BigRaissa Figueroa's warm and vivid illustrations make this picturebook the perfect gift

An uplifting and empowering story about the joy of swimming and following our dreams.Silver has loved swimming since her very first lesson and dreams of one day becoming... a MERMAID!There's just one problem: her dad can't swim.They bake mermaid-tail cupcakes together, build mermaid caves and read underwater stories, but he can't join her in the pool like the other dads.Silver worries she'll have to give up on her dream and quit swimming - how can she possibly leave her dad behind when she's a mermaid?!But one day, Dad has a surprise for her, one that will help Silver to see that she should never give up on her mermaid dreams...Swimming should be for everyone, but it's reported that 95% of Black adults and 80% of Black children in England do not swim.This important and joyful story demonstrates the freedom and excitement of swimming, empowering little ones to pursue their passions without fear.Written by swimming (and mermaid!) enthusiast Lanisha Butterfield with stunning artwork by Raissa Figueroa.

An uplifting and empowering story about the joy of swimming and following our dreams.Silver has loved swimming since her very first lesson and dreams of one day becoming... a MERMAID!There's just one problem: her dad can't swim.They bake mermaid-tail cupcakes together, build mermaid caves and read underwater stories, but he can't join her in the pool like the other dads.Silver worries she'll have to give up on her dream and quit swimming - how can she possibly leave her dad behind when she's a mermaid?!But one day, Dad has a surprise for her, one that will help Silver to see that she should never give up on her mermaid dreams...Swimming should be for everyone, but it's reported that 95% of Black adults and 80% of Black children in England do not swim.This important and joyful story demonstrates the freedom and excitement of swimming, empowering little ones to pursue their passions without fear.Written by swimming (and mermaid!) enthusiast Lanisha Butterfield with stunning artwork by Raissa Figueroa.

Get ready to move! Everyone is invited as Bear, Moose, and a medley of forest animals join in an impromptu dance – each in their own way.“I like your moves. But I’m not like you. So I’ll just do what I can do.” Some like to kick their feet and bend their knees to the music. Others prefer to slip and slide ... or swoop down ... or skip high and low! Whatever their style, children will be captured by David Martin’s buoyant rhymes and Raissa Figueroa’s vibrant illustrations as Bear, Moose, Snake, and other forest animals dance to their own groove in a rhythmic celebration of individuality.

From an award-winning author, a New York Times bestselling artist, and a Coretta Scott King Honor artist, lyrical text about how we are all one is paired with beautiful illustrations of two girls and their families.If you’re a star, I’m a moon.Together we dream.When we are together,we are one.Two girls—one from a city who lives with her mom, and one who lives by the beach with her dads and brother—come together at a lantern festival in a beautiful story of how we are all one, whether near or far, friend or newcomer.From an award-winning trio, this celebration of community, friendship, and the natural world features poetic, lyrical text paired with a vibrant visual tale of two characters, each illustrated by a different artist.