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From the hilarious adventures of Feúcho y Pablo to the action-packed Las Chicas Dragón series and beloved Hombre Mosca favorites, these books will spark joy and curiosity in countless young readers.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our bilingual learners will have the opportunity to explore, imagine, and grow through stories that honor their voices and experiences. 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These books will allow children to see themselves and their communities reflected in the pages they read, while also encouraging family reading at home and strengthening literacy skills in both Spanish and English. Your support helps us build a library that truly represents the children we serve and inspires a lifelong love of reading. 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