New Releases by Angela Dominguez

In the second book in the Gabby Torres graphic novel series, nine-year-old Gabby discovers the true meaning of winning when she enters a baking contest, perfect for fans of THE CUPCAKE DIARIES and DORY FANTASMAGORY. Gabby has a new idea: now that she’s finally learned how to not burn her cookies, she will become the best baker the world has ever seen! The local grocery store''s baking competition is the perfect opportunity to show everyone what she’s made of... winner material! All she needs to do is buy books for research and baking supplies... and more baking supplies... and more baking supplies... oh dear. What will happen when her money, and her parents’ patience, runs out? This heartwarming series is written and illustrated by Angela Dominguez, the New York Times bestselling illustrator who created the beloved Stella Díaz series. Gabby Torres is tenacious, bold, relatable, and hilarious, reminiscent of favorite characters like Junie B. Jones, Clementine, and Ramona Quimby.

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.

Nine-year-old Gabby Torres is the star of this new graphic novel series! Join Gabby as she navigates the inevitable disasters of fourth grade and social media, perfect for fans of Katie the Catsitter and Allergic. Gabby Torres is nine years old and ready to conquer the world. She''s already joined the Sea Musketeers, the environmental protection club founded by her idol, Stella Díaz, and plans to be their best (and youngest) member ever. Gabby’s latest and greatest idea: start a social media page for her club. But her parents think she’s too young! Nothing stops Gabby though... until some online meanies get her in some serious trouble! But she’s totally got everything under control all on her own. Right? This heartwarming series is written and illustrated by Angela Dominguez, the New York Times bestselling illustrator who created the beloved Stella Díaz series. Gabby Torres is tenacious, bold, relatable, and hilarious, reminiscent of favorite characters like Junie B. Jones, Clementine, and Ramona Quimby.

Lolo and Birdie are back for more! 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 Birdie gives Lolo a flower from the garden, Lolo is happy. But one flower is not enough for Lolo. He wants more! ¡El quiere más! Soon, there are no more flowers in the garden. ¡Qué triste! How sad! Maybe they can plant more. But how will Birdie keep up with Lolo''s enthusiastic demands? More seeds! More soil! More water! ¡Más y más y más! This charming bilingual picture book is perfect for insatiable young readers. They''ll be delighted by the latest Lolo & Birdie adventure as they learn alongside these two funny friends, in English and Spanish.

This sweet and funny bilingual picture book series, from author Angela Dominguez, follows an adorable bird and tyrannosaurus rex as they navigate the hazards of bedtime, sharing, and friendship, in English and Spanish. Birdie is ready to go to bed, but when he approaches Lolo to say goodnight, Lolo isn''t tired! Birdie tries everything to help Lolo get ready for bed: reading, snacks, brushing teeth, but Lolo has way too much to do. This delightful bilingual picture book is perfect for young readers who, like most, are reluctant for the day to end.

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

This year, she''s a fifth grader, which means not only is she 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 having her best friends Jenny and Stanley at her side. But when she has a chance to apply for an art program at a magnet school, Stella realizes that her future might hold a lot of big changes.

A stunning bilingual picture book that celebrates Latinx families by highlighting moments of connection and delight and feelings of safety and home, even through challenges and difficult times. Me gusta your smile, tu sonrisa, and your hugs, tus abrazos. Me gusta when we explore this spectacular world, el mundo, and gaze at all the stars, las estrellas. But most of all, me gusta that no matter where we are, I feel at home, en casa, when I’m with you. In the affirmative and encouraging Me Gusta, acclaimed author and illustrator Angela Dominguez combines Spanish and English in a poetic and touching story of family, reminding us that through the adventures and the heartbreak, love conquers all and transcends language.

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

Stella has started fourth grade and things are going swimmingly! She joins a new art club and begins taking swim classes. And her conservation club is still hard at work saving the oceans. Suddenly, Stella is way too busy for everything on her schedu

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.

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! Nothing seems to do the trick! What does dinosaur want to eat? Incorporates Spanish words.

The turnover of school principals in high-poverty schools is having a profound impact on student achievement. Principal turnover influences teacher turnover, sustainability of school improvement efforts, and generates increased financial costs to the district. Research cites the demands of the job, increased accountability, and lack of support and compensation are all affecting the tenure and retention of principals (Fuller & Young, 2009). These factors were then compounded with the impact of the world-wide COVID-19 pandemic on schools and school leaders. Death, disease, school closure, food insecurities, and social isolation, are just some of the factors that have impacted schools around the world. There has been a disproportionate impact on high-poverty school districts and communities that school leaders are certainly feeling. In a recent article, DeMatthews, Carrola et al. (2021) stated as a result of the pandemic, “many principals will experience acute and chronic forms of work-related stress that can contribute to burnout and turnover” (p. 161). In addition to trying to thrive in a pandemic, the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas has intensified pressures on leaders to keep schools safe and maintain personal safety (DeMatthews & Mawhinney, 2014). While there are studies that identify why principals are leaving the role and the factors that are impeding retention, there is little research about how to retain principals for a longer period. The need for research in this area is more prevalent particularly in high poverty schools. In this qualitative study, I examined the perceptions and experiences of current and former school principals who serve or have served in high-poverty school districts. The study was designed to gain insights into the personal and organizational factors that contribute to their persistence as campus principals in these settings. This study provides important information about how leaders can address the principal turnover that is negatively impacting Texas public schools and aid in how superintendents and other leaders are prepared to help principals persist in these school districts

From Pura Belpre honoree Angela Dominguez, I Love You Baby Burrito is a modern classic picture book celebrating the act of swaddling a newborn into a "baby burrito." ¡Hola, bebé! Mi hermosa, my beautiful! It’s time to swaddle you--tucking in each piernita, each bracito . . . everything except your sweet carita. Welcome home, mi baby burrito. We promise to love you forever. With gentle text, simple Spanish words, and irresistible illustrations, this new baby book is delectable.

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

From award-winning author Angela Dominguez comes the novel Stella Diaz Never Gives Up, a story about a shy Mexican-American girl who becomes an environmental activist and makes a difference in her community. Stella gets a big surprise when her mom plans a trip to visit their family in Mexico! Stella loves marine animals, and she can''t wait to see the ocean for the first time . . . until she arrives and learns that the sea and its life forms are in danger due to pollution. Stella wants to save the ocean, but she knows she can''t do it alone. It''s going to take a lot of work and help from old and new friends to make a difference, but Stella Díaz never gives up! This is the second middle-grade novel from award-winning picture book author and illustrator Angela Dominguez. Based on the author''s experiences growing up Mexican-American, this infectiously charming character comes to life through relatable story-telling including simple Spanish vocabulary and adorable black-and-white art throughout. Reading level: 630L | 4.2 A Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2020 for Younger Readers

Stella Diaz, a shy Mexican-American girl, wants to save the ocean, but she knows she can''t do it alone.

Ce soir a lieu le grand concours de talents sur la Plaza des Mariachis. Et Miguel a décidé d''y participer avec toute sa famille. Dans le monde des ancêtres, Mamá Imelda a eu la même idée ! Le temps d''une soirée, anciens et vivants formeront le grand orchestre Rivera ! Vive la musique !

Aujourd''hui, c''est la Fête des Morts ! Pour l''occasion, Abuelita prépare un véritable festin. En l''honneur des ancêtres disparus, elle cuisine tous leurs plats préférés. Mais quel était celui que Papá Hector aimait tant ? Miguel doit absolument le découvrir s''il veut que la fête soit exceptionnelle !

Friendship awaits in this bilingual book about feelings, How Are You? / ¿Cómo estás? by Angela Dominguez-- expressed both in English and in Spanish. When two giraffe friends find a baby ostrich, they have some questions. Is baby ostrich hungry? Shy? Tired? Ostrich says no! So how does she feel?

A sweet middle-grade novel by award-winning illustrator Angela Dominguez about a shy Mexican-American girl who makes a new friend.

Stella wants to be friends with a new boy in her class, but sometimes she accidentally speaks Spanish instead of English and pronounces English words wrong. To make her even more nervous, she is given an assignment to speak in front of her class about her favorite subject--marine animals. Will she overcome her fears?

Presents a loving Abuelo who brings his guitar and memories on visits spent singing with his grandchildren in the face of good and bad times.

Hello! ¡Hola! Some people speak Spanish. Some people speak English. Although we may not speak the same language, some things, like friendship, are universal! Follow two young giraffes as they meet, celebrate, and become friends. This bilingual tale from Angela Dominguez, How Do You Say? / ¿Cómo Se Dice?, will have readers eager to meet new friends and amigos.

After conquering his fear of flying, talented artist Hugo the bird makes a new friend and explores his beloved city of Paris.

New from an award-winning illustrator comes a sweet story of mothers and daughters, drawing and knitting, and learning to embrace your talents—just right for Mother''s Day. Drawing is fun, but knitting is better—because you can wear it! Knitting isn’t easy, though, and can be a little frustrating. Maybe the best thing to do is combine talents. A trip to the beach offers plenty of inspiration. Soon mom and daughter are collaborating on a piece of art they can share together: a special drawing made into a knitted beach blanket. For every mom and daughter, this is an arts-and-crafts ode creative passion and working together.

Everyone knows about Mary and her little lamb. But do you know Maria? With gorgeous, Peruvian-inspired illustrations and English and Spanish retellings, Angela Dominguez''s Maria Had a Little Llama / María Tenía Una Llamita gives a fresh new bilingual twist to the classic rhyme. Maria and her mischievous little llama will steal your heart. Todos saben acerca de Mary y su corderito, pero, ¿conoce usted a María? Con hermosas ilustraciones inspiradas en el Perú, Angela Dominguez nos ofrece una versión nueva y original de la rima clásica, en inglés y en español. María y su traviesa llamita le robarán el corazón.

Dominguez presents a humorous and endearing portrait of a stubborn French bulldog and a determined little boy. Full color.

Hugo is a dapper little bird who adores the Eiffel Tower -- or at least his view of it from down here. Hugo, you see, has never left the ground. So when he meets another bird, the determined Lulu, who invites him to fly with her to the top of the tower, Hugo stalls, persuading Lulu to see, on foot, every inch of the park in which he lives instead. Will a nighttime flying lesson from Bernard the Owl, some sweet and sensible encouragement from Lulu, and some extra pluck from Hugo himself finally give this bird the courage he needs to spread his wings and fly?