The Storyteller's Candle / La velita de los cuentos

The Storyteller's Candle / La velita de los cuentos is a strong choice for readers looking for Latinx picture books shaped by history, community. Lucia M. Gonzalez builds the story around a young immigrant girl in 1929 New York discovers a library branch that opens a wider world of language, books, and possibility. For families, educators, and librarians building lists of DEI picture books, BIPOC picture books, and strong read-alouds, this title brings real value for conversations about history, community.