A Boy Named Ibrahim Story by Sitti Aminah "Flexi" Sarte Illustrations by Aaron Asis Young Ibrahim knows that as a Muslim, it is his duty to observe his five daily prayers. Take a peek into a Muslim child’s life and see how Ibrahim performs these prayers throughout the day, and why praying is important to him. Alam ng batang Ibrahim na…
By: Charles Dickens Coldhearted Ebenezer Scrooge has no use for Christmas cheer. He rejects a dinner invitation from his jolly nephew, scolds charity workers, and very begrudgingly allows his clerk a day off. All the warmth and joy of the holiday are humbug to Scrooge until Jacob Marley, his long-dead business partner, pays a call. Marley's spirit is the first in a series…
By: Charles Dickens, Arthur Rackham Rich in the imagery of nineteenth-century England, this literary classic celebrates a return to old-fashioned Christmas festivities while examining the crisis in one man's personal life. One of the most famous characters in literary history, Ebenezer Scrooge is the "grasping old sinner" who finds redemption after witnessing scenes from his life in which his greed, self-interest, and…
A First Look at Philippine BIRDS Written by: Maria Elena Paterno Illustrated by: Crispin Dayao, Jr. Acclaimed by The Philippine Star as “extremely handsome books that prove beyond doubt that biology need not be dreary school fare,” Tahanan’s A First Look at… series aims to sharpen a young child’s skill of observation. Only two goals governed the making of these books: to…
A First Look at Philippine FISHES Written by: Maria Elena Paterno Illustrated by: Crispin Dayao, Jr. Acclaimed by The Philippine Star as “extremely handsome books that prove beyond doubt that biology need not be dreary school fare,” Tahanan’s A First Look at… series aims to sharpen a young child’s skill of observation. Only two goals governed the making of these books: to…
A First Look at Philippine FLOWERS Written by: Lolita J. Bulalacao, Ph.D. Illustrated by: Crispin Dayao, Jr. Acclaimed by The Philippine Star as “extremely handsome books that prove beyond doubt that biology need not be dreary school fare,” Tahanan’s A First Look at… series aims to sharpen a young child’s skill of observation. Only two goals governed the making of these books:…
Written by: Lolita J. Bulalacao, Ph.D. Illustrated by: Crispin Dayao, Jr. Acclaimed by The Philippine Star as “extremely handsome books that prove beyond doubt that biology need not be dreary school fare,” Tahanan’s A First Look at… series aims to sharpen a young child’s skill of observation. Only two goals governed the making of these books: to help children understand basic classification…
A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys by Nathaniel Hawthorne Literature Delightful retelling of six Greek myths to a crowd of energetic youngsters by a master storyteller. Includes The Gorgon’s Head, The Golden Touch, The Paradise of Children, The Three Golden Apples, and The Miraculous Pitcher. Ages 8-12
Aesop's Fables for Children: with MP3 Downloads For centuries, children and adults have treasured the stories handed down by Aesop, a slave who lived in ancient Greece approximately six centuries B.C. Known for their charm and simplicity, these simple tales feature brief adventures of animals, birds, and beasts — with a message hidden in each narrative. Every child should meet…
Alamat ng Alampaya Story by Augie Rivera Illustrations by Kora Dandan-Albano Finalist – 1995 PBBY-Salanga Prize This is an original story on the legend of the bitter gourd. The story excites the imagination of children and warns them against the evil of envy and greed. Isang orihinal na kuwento tungkol sa alamat ng ampalaya, pinupukaw nito ang imahinasyon ng mga bata…
ANDRES BONIFACIO: Great Lives Series Written by: Isagani R. Medina 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.
Story by Virgilio S. Almario Illustrations by Conrad Raquel Rice is very important to the Filipino, which is why there are so many legends regarding the grain. One of these stories is of husband-and-wife Banag and Danas, and how agriculture began in the Philippines.
Written by: Renato Vibiesca, Ma. Corazon Remigio, Augie Rivera, Jr., Simplicio Bisa, Rene Villanueva, Natasha Vizcarra, Luis Gatmaitan, Susie Borrero, Luna Sicat Cleto Illustrated by: Daniel Palma Tayona, Mark Justiniani, Lito Yonzon, Katti Sta. Ana, Ellen Ramos, Dindo Llana, May M. Tobias, Bernadette Solina, William Gaudinez, Jose T. Badelles A vivid illustration by the country’s finest artists introduces each story in this…
Ang Hukuman ni Sinukuan Story by Virgilio S. Almario Illustrations by Mitzi Villavecer Why does the turtle carry its house everywhere? Why does the martines make its nest up the tree? Why does Lamok always fly near people’s ears? Who preserves the harmony on Mount Arayat? This story for children will give you the answers. Bakit may dalang bahay ang pagong?…
Ang Kamatis ni Peles Story by Virgilio S. Almario Illustrations by Renato Gamos 1984 PBBY-Alcala Grand Prize Winner Early readers learn about days of the week as they accompany Peles, a lazy grasshopper, who decides to plant tomatoes and to wait each day for his seeds to grow into red plump tomatoes! Matututuhan ng mga mambabasa ang mga araw ng…
Ang Mabait na Kalabaw Illustrations by Liza Flores The good carabao is a good role model. He always does good things. He gets along with his fellow carabaos. He has a love for truth, kindness, and beauty. It is fun to count the things on each page, from 1 to 13. Dapat tularan ang mabait na kalabaw. Wasto ang kaniyang pag-uugali.…
Ang Mahiyaing Manok Onyok is a young rooster who cannot crow as good and as loud as the others, so he spends most of his time sulking. How can a shy rooster prove his worth? Sa lahat ng mga manok ni Mang Oca, itong si Onyok ang mukmok nang mukmok. Paano’y hindi niya magawang tumilaok tulad ng ibang mga kapuwa…
Ang Maraming Ngalan ni Emilio Story by Weng Cahiles Illustrations by Aldy Aguirre Kay daming nagawang kahanga-hanga ng binatang may iba't ibang pangalan. Kaya't hindi nakapagtatakang dinadakila siya ngayon sa mga pahina ng kasaysayan. The young man with many names did numerous admirable things. Which is why it is not surprising that he is honored today in the pages of history.
Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery Life is forever changed at Green Gables, a tranquil farm on Canada's Prince Edward Island, with the arrival of a redheaded chatterbox named Anne. The spirited, precocious 11-year-old orphan finds "scope for imagination" everywhere she looks, transforming the lives of Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, her elderly guardians, with her merry doings and…
APOLINARIO MABINI: Great Lives Series Written by: Dr. Stephen A. Latorre 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.
Araw sa Palengke Story by May Tobias-Papa Illustrations by Isabel Roxas 2010 Best Reads for Children, 1st National Children’s Book Awards I’m coming with Nanay! We’re going to the market. What would we see there? Who would I meet? Come, join us! Today is market day! Sasama ako kay Nanay! Pupunta kami sa palengke. Ano-ano kaya ang makikita namin doon? Sino-sino kaya…
Awakening of Europe by M. B. Synge Book III of the Story of the World series. Covers the reformation in Germany, the Netherlands, France, and England, as well as the settlement of colonies in America. The rise of England and the Netherlands as sea powers, and the corresponding fall of Spain, as well as the rise of Russia, Austria, and…
Bahay Kubo Illustrated by: Hermes Alegre “A gorgeous picture book detailing the images evoked in this best-known and loved of Filipino folk songs.” —The Sunday Chronicle
Bahay ng Marami't Masasayang Tinig Kuwento ni Virgilio S. Almario Guhit ni Kora Dandan-Albano Araw-araw na humaharap sa panganib ng lansangan ang mga batang Badjao tulad ni Palasia na dumayo sa lungsod upang mamalimos. Hanggang sa isang araw, nakarinig si Palasia ng marami't masasayang tinig mula sa isang bahay. Kanino kaya ang mga tinig na iyon? Badjao children like Palasia, who go…
