By: Daniel Defoe You would never guess that this novel was published nearly 300 years ago — the exploits of its hero remain fresh and exciting, and even those who have never read the book recognize the name Robinson Crusoe as a synonym for a desert-island castaway. This Evergreen edition offers young readers a chance to get swept away by one of literature's most memorable…
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…
Written by Luis P. Gatmaitan, M.D. Illustrated by Beth Parrocha-Doctolero (Note: This story is written in Filipino with parallel English text) The father of Karina and Susie is a shoemaker. But only Karina gets to wear the shoes that he makes. “Sorry, Bunso, you will never know how it feels like to wear the beautiful shoes our Tatay makes…” Karina whispers…
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.
Seven Little Sisters Who Live On the Round Ball That Floats in the Air by Jane Andrews Engaging introduction to the peoples of the world through the stories of the seven little sisters: the little brown baby; Agoonack, the Eskimo sister; Gemila, the child of the desert; Jeannette, the Swiss maiden; Pen-se the Chinese girl; Manenko, the little dark girl;…
Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream Shakespeare's incomparable romantic comedy takes on a new and vivid life in these brilliant images by one of the 20th century's leading illustrators. The fairy world of A Midsummer Night's Dream is the perfect milieu for the artistry of Arthur Rackham, a popular illustrator of fairy tales who possessed a striking gift for depicting fanciful creatures. His…
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…
Written by Luis P. Gatmaitan, M.D. Illustrated by Raketshop A red blood cell discovers his real worth. Explore with Duglit as he takes you into the inner workings of the human body. Winner of the First Prize in the 1994 Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature for Maikling Kuwentong Pambata.
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…
