Books published by publisher Cuento de Luz SL

A satisfying, uplifting discovery. ―Kirkus Reviews (Starred) A walk. An unexpected encounter. Sharing wordless books is a terrific way to build important literacy skills, including listening skills, vocabulary, comprehension and an increased awareness of how stories are structured. And children love them ― they can really pore over the pictures and create their own story in their own words.

"This lovely book about forgiveness shows that friendship can form even in the most unlikely situations." -Kirkus Starred Review A deer who cooks the best pies in the forest. A missing recipe book. An unsolved mystery. The delightful characters from the hugely successful book The Lonely Mailman return, in a charming tale that invites readers to think about the emotional impact of jealousy, the importance of empathy, and the ability to forgive.

Gold Medal Winner at the 2017 Moonbeam Children's Book AwardsEverybody in the farmyard loves Daisy the donkey, but as she gets older, she becomes weaker, less agile, and can’t hear so well. Then, one day, a beautiful pony full of life and energy arrives at the farm and captures everyone’s attention. In this charming tale, readers will discover the value of the experience and wisdom we learn with the passing of the years.Guided Reading Level: M, Lexile Level: 650L

Beautifully illustrated and undeniably moving, this is the story of a little Afghan girl’s dreams of peace. As her country is wracked by war, a girl’s imagination drifts toward the idea of peace for her people and for her country. Her powerful dreams soon take wing and fill the homes and hearts of those around her, uniting a people in their common desire for peace.

“Freedom is best, even with all its dangers.” In this heart-pounding adventure, a young finch falls from his family’s nest and into the life of a young boy and his father. The finch spends a harrowing night in a cage, barely escaping the clutches of a barn owl, and other threats. The next day, the boy offers the bird an unexpected chance at freedom. Will he take it? Don't miss the booktrailer! Read the first pages:

Winner at the 2015 International Latino Book AwardsEverything is new for Mariama after a long journey by car, train, boat, and plane from Africa. She is going to discover a world where the streets, her school, and the food are all different. However, what about the people? A beautiful tale about identity, the process of integration, and solidarity. Are you ready to meet Mariama and play with her?Guided Reading Level: L, Lexile Level: 810L

Little Chick loves his mommy—she has incredibly soft fur, whiskers that tickle him, and a long, beautiful tail. His mommy is a cat, and he thinks his one-of-a-kind family is amazing and very special. Offering an important lesson about diversity and the many forms of happiness, this story will charm children with its illustrations while tackling the subjects of adoption and different kinds of families. Little Chick believes that love reaches beyond many boundaries, and children will be more than happy to agree when they meet this delightful pair. Hijito pollito ama mucho a su mamá—tiene un pelaje increíblemente suave, bigotes que le hacen cosquillas y una cola larga y hermosa. Su mamá es una gata, y él piensa que su familia única es maravillosa y muy especial. Ofreciendo una importante lección sobre la diversidad y los múltiples tipos de felicidad, esta historia encantará a los jóvenes lectores con sus ilustraciones mientras trata los temas de la adopción y de diferentes tipos de familias. Hijito pollito cree que el amor sobrepasa muchas barreras, y los niños estarán felizmente de acuerdo cuando conozcan a este dúo encantador.