CELY'S CROCODILE: The Art and Story of Araceli Limcaco Dans Written by: Gabriela Dans Lee Illustrated by: Adrian Panadero When Cely’s father brings home a crocodile, all she wants to do is draw the strange, fascinating reptile lounging in their family’s swimming pool. Her mother says no. “Women don’t draw or paint,” she tells her daughter. But Cely has other plans for…
Story by Yvette Fernandez Illustrations by Abi Goy This is the story of how Vice President Leni Robredo grew up to be the person she is--from a child watching the dancing waters in Naga to the second highest position in the nation.
Detective Boys of Masangkay: Ang Closed-door Mystery Story by Bernalyn Hapin Sastrillo Illustrations by Borg Sinaban Mayor Dacanay died on the same day that Uno, Junior, and Thirdy were named Junior Detectives in the town of Valenciano. The Mayor was found in his office, with the windows and doors closed. There was no way the suspect could have entered. For Uno,…
Detective Boys of Masangkay: Ang Mangkukulam Story by Bernalyn Hapin Sastrillo Illustrations by Borg Sinaban Ate Lotlot's pet cat is missing, and so is Junjun's puppy. Aling Cora's laundry has been stolen. Mang Jimmy's fighting cocks have been killed. The famous Shino Kid has been kidnapped. There is a witch. There is a new girl in town. There are three young…
ED-EDDOY: An Ifugao Folk Song Illustrated by: Kora Dandan Albano Sang in the language of Kiangan Tuwali, “Ed-Eddoy” is a tribute to the blessings of abundance showered on the Ifugao people. Kora Dandan Albano illustrates in careful detail the rich traditions of living in the rice terraces. Give the Gift of Song! At the hour of bedtime, nothing enchants parents and…
EDSA Story by Russell Molina Illustrations by Sergio Bumatay III Different sights. Different experiences. What happened in the middle of EDSA? How did the people come together? Let us remember one of the most significant events in our history. Sari-saring makikita. Iba’t ibang karanasan. Ano ang naganap sa gitna ng EDSA? Paano nagkaisa ang taumbayan? Ating balikan ang isa sa pinakamahalagang…
EMILIO AGUINALDO: Great Lives Series Written by: Elmer A Ordoñez Cover art by: Adrian Panadero The riveting life stories of our Philippine heroes can inspire children, students, and the next generation of community leaders. Share your love of history by bringing home Tahanan’s award-winning Great Lives Library.
FIRST AROUND THE GLOBE: The Story of Enrique Written by: Reni Roxas and Marc Singer Illustrated by: Arnel Mirasol 20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION Nominated, 1998 Gintong Aklat Award for Children’s Literature
Flora de Filipinas – Art Appreciation Portfolio Learn how to appreciate art and beauty and teach the habits of observation and attention through art appreciation studies. Portfolio includes (8) 12.5″x9.5″ art work by Father Manuel Blanco and a ‘Picture Talk’ guide for parents and teachers.
Florante at Laura Written by Francisco Balagtas With annotations by Virgilio S. Almario BAGONG SALIKSIK sa pagtuklas ng tototong teksto ni Balagtas, batay sa masinop na pagsusuri sa pinakamatandang edisyon ng Florante at Laura noong ika-19 siglo. BAGONG PAGPAPAHALAGA sa kadakilaan ni Balagtas bilang makata at sa tunay na kabuluhan ng kaniyang obra maestra sa henerasyon nina Rizal at Bonifacio.…
GABRIELA SILANG: Great Lives Series Written by: Neni Sta. Romana-Cruz Cover art by: Adrian Panadero The riveting life stories of our Philippine heroes can inspire children, students, and the next generation of community leaders. Share your love of history by bringing home Tahanan’s award-winning Great Lives Library.
Halo-Halo Histories 1 | A LOLONG TIME AGO: A Prehistory of the Philippines Written by: Michelline Suarez, Joonee Garcia, Divine Reyes Illustrated by: Benjor Catindig Who doesn’t love a good story? That’s what HIS-story means — the story of us! Our prehistoric lolos and lolas were cool, interesting, and clever folks. Meet them and our country’s first families up close in this…
Ibong Adarna Retelling by Virgilio S. Almario Illustrations by Jordan Santos Three princes went on a journey to catch the elusive and enchanting Adarna bird, to cure the sickness of their father, the King. One of the best known Filipino folk stories, Ibong Adarna is filled with adventure and magic. Tatlong prinsipe ang naglakbay upang hulihin ang mailap at kabigha-bighaning ibong Adarna, upang malunasan…
INDIO BRAVO: The Story of Jose Rizal Written by: Asuncion Lopez-Rizal Bantug with Sylvia Mendez Ventura Illustrated by: Benedicto "BenCab" Cabrera As a young girl, Asuncion Lopez-Bantug Rizal sat on her uncle Paciano’s lap and asked him to tell her stories abut his brother, Jose. Ms. Bantug, the granddaughter of Rizal’s elder sister Narcisa, was her family’s journalist and chronicler. Fondly nicknamed…
Learn how to appreciate art and beauty and teach the habits of observation and attention through art appreciation studies. Portfolio includes (9) 12.5″x9.5″ art work by José Honorato Lozano and a ‘Picture Talk’ guide for parents and teachers.
Written by: Sylvia Mendez Ventura Cover art by: Adrian Panadero The riveting life stories of our Philippine heroes can inspire children, students, and the next generation of community leaders. Share your love of history by bringing home Tahanan’s award-winning Great Lives Library.
JUAN LUNA: Great Lives Series Written by: Carlos Quirino Cover art by: Adrian Panadero The riveting life stories of our Philippine heroes can inspire children, students, and the next generation of community leaders. Share your love of history by bringing home Tahanan’s award-winning Great Lives Library.
KAISA-ISA NIYAN: A Maguindanaon Folk Song Illustrated by: Fran Alvarez The drawings of Fran Alvarez evoke the joy of finding harmony in the counting song, “Kaisa-isa Niyan.” Sang in the Maguindanaon language, it teaches children simple rhythms that can be played on the kulintang ensemble. Give the Gift of Song! At the hour of bedtime, nothing enchants parents and children like…
Kung Bakit ang Pinya ay May 100 na Mata (A Folktale Collection in Filipino) Written by: Neni Sta. Romana-Cruz Illustrated by: Felix Mago Miguel Enchanting Philippine folktales told in our mother tongue. This gift set can be your child's introduction to the Filipino culture while practicing reading in Filipino.
LUBI-LUBI, A Waray Folk Song Illustrated by: Happy Garaje "Lubi-Lubi" is a song also called "An Mga Bulan" (The Months). This Waray version celebrates the pleasures of eating native food year round and Happy Garaje charmingly depicts the various ways we enjoy coconuts through the changing seasons in the island of Leyte. At the hour of bedtime, nothing enchants a child…
Written by: Carlos Quirino Cover Art by: Adrian Panadero The riveting life stories of our Philippine heroes can inspire children, students, and the next generation of community leaders. Share your love of history by bringing home Tahanan’s award-winning Great Lives Library.
Mga Tala sa Dagat Written by Annette Acacio Flores Translated by Nanoy Rafael Love has blossomed between a princess and a fisherman. A boy has to sacrifice his playtime and schooling, to become the best fisherman in town. All of this is bound by a promise, a promise about a giant sea, baring stories and stars. This is the story…
Idea and text by Equipo Plantel Illustrations by Joan Negrescolor Paano nga ba mabuhay sa lipunang nahahati ang mga uri? Kabilang ang librong ito sa Aklat ng Salin, mga pilîng aklat pambatà mula sa ibáng bayan na nagsasalaysay ng mga karanasang lalo pang makapagpapayaman sa balon ng sensibilidad at kaalaman ng mga batàng Filipino. Layunin din nitóng mapalawak ang karanasang pangkultura ng mga mambabasá sa pamamagitan…
MOTHER IGNACIA: Great Lives Series Written by: Dulce Festin-Baybay "Tahanan has given Filipino children, as well as their parents, an extraordinary chance to start honoring our national heroes in words as well as in deeds." —The Manila Critics Circle
Naging Pintor si Tominaman sa Rogong Story by Felice Prudente Sta. Maria Illustrations by Brian Vallesteros Translation by Michael M. Coroza This magical tale is inspired by the Maranaw mythical land of Bembaran. Datu Tominaman sa Rogong realizes that there is something missing in his life: color. In his search for color, he also discovers the art of painting. Ang mahiwagang kuwentong…