POK POK ALIMPAKO, A Maranao Folk Song Illustrated by: Liza Flores "Pok Pok Alimpako" is a game song in which children stack their fists, building an imaginary staircase to the moon and stars. Taking inspiration from the delicately intricate okir motifs in Maranao traditional art, Liza Flores used paper cutouts to weave a whimsical journey. At the hour of bedtime, nothing enchants a child like…
PONG PONG GUINATBONG, An Ilocano Folk Song Illustrated by: Danielle V. Florendo "Pong Pong Guinatbong" is a game song created for the amusement of babies. With lyrics that speak of the joy in cooking and eating the Ilokano pinakbet, Danielle illustrates the scrumptious flavors one can savor from the traditional earthen kitchen. At the hour of bedtime, nothing enchants a child like the joy of a well-loved folk…
Salawikain, Kawikaan, at Bugtong sa Pilipinas Paz M. Belvez Narito ang isang kalipunan ng mga salawikain, kawikaan at bugtong na sariling atin na pagkakapulutan ng aral, gabay, kasiyahan, at inspirasyon sa pamumuhay at pakikitungo sa kapwa.
Sampu Pataas, Sampu Pababa Story by Russell Molina Illustrations Conrad Raquel My friend knows how many steps there are on the stairs going to school. He has counted every step to every place he goes. Mak-mak is unique. Numbers are always circling in his thoughts. He has many questions for me—help me answer them! Kabisado ng aking kaibigan ang bilang ng…
Sayaw ng mga Kamay Story by Joanna Que Illustrations by Fran Alvarez Sayaw ng mga Kamay is an uplifting story about a friendship overcoming disability barriers with Filipino Sign Language.
Si Agni at ang Ulan Story by Dora Sales Illustrations by Enrique Flores Filipino translation by Alvin Ringgo C. Reyes Kapag mahirap ka, imbisibol ka. Hindi nakikita. Walang nakakapansin. Alam na alam ito ni Agni, isang batang maghapong nagtatrabaho sa isang labahan sa Bombay. Bawat kuskos ni Agni, may katapat na pangarap: makatikim ng maraming klase ng pagkain, makapaglakbay sa iba't ibang…
Si Diwayen, Noong Bago Dumating ang mga Espanyol Story by Augie Rivera Illustrations by Paolo Lim Lunhaw and Diwayen are friends. But their fates are just too different: Lunhaw is a princess, while Diwayen is a slave. Will Diwayen ever taste true freedom? Magkaibigan si Lunhaw at si Diwayen. Ngunit sadyang magkaiba ang kanilang kapalaran: prinsesa si Lunhaw habang alipin naman…
Si Dru at ang Kuwento ng Limang Kaharian Written by Clara Ng Illustrated by Renata Owen Translated by Nanoy Rafael A feisty young girl finds herself lost in a world of five sad kings. A powerful tree will help her find her way home. Join Dru in her adventures through give fantastic kingdoms. Isang palaaway na batang babae ang napadpad sa mundo…
Si Jhun-Jhun, Noong Bago Ideklara ang Batas Militar Story by Augie Rivera Illustrations by Brian Vallesteros Jhun-jhun likes playing with his friends, but he would also like to know where his older brother goes. What is he going to learn about what is happening in the streets? Mahilig si Jhun-Jhun maglaro kasama ang kaniyang mga kaibigan ngunit gusto rin niyang malaman…
Si Juanito, Noong Panahon ng mga Amerikano Story by Augie Rivera Illustrations by Jomike Tejido When an opportunity came for him to work in America, Juanito’s father didn’t let the chance pass. Is American sugar really so much sweeter? Nang dumating ang pagkakataon na magtrabaho sa Amerika, hindi ito pinalampas ni Juanito at ng kaniyang Tatay. Talaga kayang mas matamis…
Si Mariang Alimango Retelling by Tomas Lacson Illustrations by Onie Millare The Cinderella story is a favorite among Filipino children. In this local version, Mariang Alimango is the beautiful and good orphan saved by a crab. Ang kuwento ni Cinderella ay paborito ng maraming batang Filipino. Sa lokal na bersiyong ito, si Mariang Alimango ang maganda at mabait na ulilang sinagip…
Si Pagong at si Matsing Retelling by Virgilio S. Almario Illustrations by Hubert Fucio Matsing is known for his intelligence and cunning, but Pagong also has his wit and cleverness. When they both find a banana tree, the match begins. Find out who triumphs in this classic tale that has amused generations. Kung anong hina raw ni Pagong ay siyang…
Si Pitong, Noong Panahon ng mga Hapon Story by Augie Rivera Illustrations by Marcus Nada Pitong’s world revolved around Tarlac, but because of the war, they were forced to relocate. With the Japanese invasion, what other things are bound to change? Sa Tarlac lang umiinog ang mundo ni Pitong ngunit dahil sa giyera, napilitan silang lumikas. Sa pagdating ng mga…
Si Segunda, Noong Panahon ng mga Espanyol Story by Augie Rivera Illustrated by Isabel Roxas Segunda doesn’t want to go to catechism classes. What she wants is to learn to read and count just like Felipe. Will Segunda get her wish? Ayaw ni Segunda pumasok sa katekismo. Ang gusto niya’y matutong magbasa at magbilang tulad ni Felipe. Matutupad kaya ang…
Written by: Divine Reyes, Michelline Suarez, Joonee Garcia Illustrated by: Benjor Catindig What do we know about Rizal? We know he was a hero, we know he wrote a couple of bestselling books, and we know that we have a national park named after him. But way before all of that, he was a kid. Small for his age, skinny and bullied.…
SinoBayani? JOSÉ RIZAL! A Halo-Halo Espesyal Book Written by: Divine Reyes, Michelline Suarez, Joonee Garcia Illustrated by: Benjor Catindig What do we know about Rizal? We know he was a hero, we know he wrote a couple of bestselling books, and we know that we have a national park named after him. But way before all of that, he was a kid.…
SUPREMO: The Story of Andres Bonifacio Written by: Sylvia Mendez Ventura Illustrated by: Egai Fernandez You may think of Andres Bonifacio as a bolo-wielding figure, rallying his comrades to battle. Or you may have joined the popular debate over who deserves to be the national hero–is it Jose Rizal, the well-to-do doctor who sought peaceful reforms with Mother Spain? Or does the…
The Best Philippine Short Stories Written by: Estrella Alfon, Lilia Pablo Amansec, Francisco Arcellana, et al.An Anthology of Philippine Fiction in English The modern form of the short story is magnificently showcased in this anthology of fifty selections in English written by Filipinos in the last century. Edited by literary critic Isagani R. Cruz, this collection spans from 1925 to 1998.…
THE GIRL WHO FELL FROM THE SKY and Other Classic Philippine Legends Written by: Maria Elena Paterno Illustrated by: Albert Gamos “A watershed in Philippine children’s book publishing…The books make an excellent child’s introduction to quality.” —The Sunday Chronicle
The Love of Lam-ang Retelling by Virgilio S. Almario Illustrations by Albert Gamos The legendary tales about Lam-ang are popular in the Ilocos region. The oldest written story in verse is said to have been written by the blind poet Pedro Bukaneg, who lived in the late 16th century. The following story tells of how Lam-ang wins the love of…
The Playful Genius This book draws us into the life of the extraordinary scholar, Father Horacio de la Costa, SJ. It takes us into his adolescent journey of self-discovery, when he decided to become a priest. This sets him on the path to becoming a brilliant history teacher and writer, and in his spare time, even a builder of model…
THE TERMITE QUEEN and Other Classic Philippine Earth Tales Written by: Sylvia Mendez Ventura Illustrated by: Joanne de León Ten classic folk tales from the Philippines. There are stories of star-crossed lovers, elves, giants and underworlds. It is a fascinating look at the world of the Philippines before the coming of the Spanish.
A handy reference book for children about architecture by Filipinos for Filipinos. This second edition of What Kids Should Know about Filipino Architecture has been updated and expanded with even more fascinating facts, including Filipino architecture during the pandemic. Isang sangguniang pambata tungkol sa arkitekturang likha ng mga Filipino para sa mga Filipino. Ang ikalawang edisyong ito ay puno ng…