Libros en Español

Here is a vibrantly illustrated biography that tells the life story of Diego Rivera, Mexico's highly regarded mural painter.

Children ages four to eight will learn of Rivera's struggles in academics and how his parents encouraged him to develop his artistic talents by sending him to art school. Rivera's art reflects his love for Mexican culture, his concern for the poor, and his belief in the equality of all people. The colorful folk style paintings reflect Rivera's own artistic style.

Playing catch together in the sunny park, putting colorful jigsaw puzzles together, and reading stories before bedtime - two brothers share all this and more. Soon, the younger boy will be going to school on the big yellow bus and playing baseball in the park on Saturdays like his older brother, but for now he dreams of these things and enjoys every moment they can spend together.