Mi amigo y yo

When a thirteenth-century wizard confronts twenty-first century Boston while seeking his pet dragon, he is followed by a rival wizard and a very unhappy demon, but eleven-year-old Theodora Oglethorpe may hold the secret to setting everything right.

For this mission, Sam must obtain his own shield. Prune knows where to find one in Puddlewink Castle. When they get to the draw bridge, they are stopped by a terrible creature. Will they get past him?

Renowned Latina author Julia Alvarez recreates the legend of the Dominican folk character La Vieja Belen in this delighful bilingual rhyming story, beautifully illustrated by Dominican artist Ruddy Nuñez. Alvarez's retelling keeps the magic of the traditional account while contributing a down-to-earth, timely moral: "Of all the gifts you can give, your time is the best."

Are you ready? Open your eyes and pay attention! Dr. Miró shows you a series of optical illusions to test your sight and brain. Deceptive images, disappearing parts, invisible colors, impossible figures--visual effects that will make your jaw drop!