Most Popular Books by Claudia Rueda

When a mother bear tries to convince her little bear to go to sleep for the winter, little bear would rather stay awake and play, until a storm makes him reconsider.

Time to tackle the bunny slope! Shake to help Bunny make it snow, tilt to help Bunny ski down the slope, and turn to help Bunny escape a cliff in his path. Is there any obstacle Bunny can''t conquer? Bringing grins and guffaws with each turn of the page, readers will find Claudia Rueda''s innovative bookmaking as entertaining as the twists and turns of a ski slope—and as satisfying as a cozy cup of hot cocoa.

This quintessential love book for parent and child -- a standout in the genre -- promises to become a perennial favorite for generations to come. A winter wonderland awaits a young polar bear cub that emerges from its den for the first time. As the cub sets out on a dramatic arctic journey, it worries whether it has the skills to survive. But a parent''s abiding presence and simple, reassuring words instill confidence and love. In the tradition of such classics as THE RUNAWAY BUNNY and MAMA DO YOU LOVE ME?, this graceful, soothing tale speaks to the powerful bond between parent and child, and to the many stages of a child''s growing independence, from first steps to first school experience and even to leaving home.

The critically acclaimed picture book series continues! In this delightful read aloud companion to Bunny Slopes and Hungry Bunny, eager children will get to go on an ocean adventure with Bunny, from a sailboat to a sunken ship, and literally appear in a mirror embedded inside the book! New York Times bestselling author Claudia Rueda''s latest raucous adventure is as wild as the high seas, as surprising as sunken treasure—and as satisfying as a lemonade on a hot summer day. This nautical experience of a book will make a splash with readers, on and off land! • Perfect preschool book for lovers of bunnies, rabbits, and other furry floppy friends • Easter time, springtime gift for children Fans of The Wall in the Middle of the Book, Press Here, The Little Rabbit, and Here Comes Easter Cat will love Bunny Overboard. A book for young readers to share with their families. • Easter books • Rabbit books for preschoolers • Books for kids age 3–5

Who better than the goofy, irresistible Smushkins to act out an alphabet of sounds tailored to toddlers? The ABZs go down easy in a concept book that can’t miss. A is for a big-mouthed dog that goes arf. B is for the boing boing boing of three Smushkins riding bouncing balls. Look, there are some Smushkins at the door (ding-dong)! In a Smushkin’s world, crackers are tasty (nom nom), log cars are speedy (vroom), and trampolines are the most fun of all (yippee! yippee!). Spend a busy day with the Smushkins, and you might just find yourself ready for sleep right along with them (zzzzoinks). Claudia Rueda follows her delightful Meet the Smushkins with an aural alphabet featuring a lovable cast of characters toddlers are sure to visit again.

Goldilocks meets Little Red Riding Hood in this charming and unexpected fairytale mashup from the New York Times bestselling Illustrator of Easter Cat! KNOCK! KNOCK! When the Three Bears answer the door, it''s not Goldilocks they meet, but a stranger from a different story. It''s Little Red Riding Hood—and the Big Bad Wolf is close behind her! Still, much unfolds as expected: porridge is eaten, a chair is broken, and there is a girl asleep in Baby Bear''s bed. Does Little Red fit in this book after all? Perhaps it''s the Wolf who will surprise us. With a bit of courage and much compassion, the Bears and Little Red learn that characters, just like the stories we tell, can change over time. In this quirky combination of familiar fairy tales, Claudia Rueda tells a new story about what happens when we open our minds, hearts, and homes to the utterly unexpected. FAIRYTALES—WITH A TWIST: From the original mind of Claudia Rueda, this fresh take on classic fairy tales is an inspired nod to the storytelling tradition and reveals how some of our most beloved, time-honored children''s stories interact with each other . . . literally, and with hilarity. This fairytale mashup will charm even the most jaded of readers with its humor, its wild and endearing characters, and its unexpected meta twists. FOR FANS OF...: Sure to be read side-by-side with mash-up classics like Jon Scieszka''s The True Story of the Three Little Pigs and David Wiesner''s The Three Pigs! MILLENNIAL LITTLE RED: Little Red Riding Hood has got a punk personality and aesthetic. She breaks down the barriers that stand in her way, including escaping traditional narratives and endings. EMPATHY FOR THE WOLF: Is The Big Bad Wolf really so big, and really so bad? Approach a "villain" with a little empathy, and you may just make a new friend! INSPIRED BY BOOKS: Inspired by antique books, Claudia Rueda has infused this book with classic bookmaking, from flourishes on book covers and type design, to playing with meta touches like walking between books, past title pages, and in to other stories. CURRICULUM TIE-IN: Perfect for teachers and librarians looking for tools for teaching about storytelling and narrative. Perfect for: For fans of fairytale mash-ups, parents, educators

Children play the role of the big bad wolf in a classic fable in this "wonderfully expressive . . . beautifully designed and wholly engaging picture book." ( Booklist) This interactive retelling of the Three Little Pigs story allows the reader to play the part of the big bad wolf. Three interior die-cut holes invite readers to huff, puff, and blow the pigs'' houses down! This fractured fairy tale ends sweetly when, rather than blowing down the third pig''s brick home, the wolf/reader blows out the candles on a cake baked by the pigs! A satisfying and engaging read for every young Three Little Pigs fan. "A good chance for youngsters to relish enacting the wicked role while still getting a friendly reconciliation at the end." — Kirkus Reviews "Very young readers will get a kick out of taking the wolf''s part, and their parents will appreciate that the scariest bits of the original tale have been omitted." — School Library Journal

What if you mixed the gentle spirit of Lucy Cousins’s Maisy with the offbeat world of the Moomins? Meet the Smushkins, a family of characters that toddlers will find irresistible. The Smushkins are looking for a house, but what makes a good house for the Smushkins? They all agree: there must be lots of light, a big table everyone can sit on to look out the window, and an apple tree for making pies. Oh, and a playground, puddles to jump in, an ice cream cart, and so much more! But most of all, a good house for the Smushkins is a house full of Smushkins! Kicking off a delightful concept board book series, this boldly illustrated, giftable picture book introduces a family of characters so adorable, so goofy, and so lovable that readers of all ages can’t help but feel that they’ve known them forever.

Students played a critical role in the Sandinista struggle in Nicaragua, helping to topple the US-backed Somoza dictatorship in 1979—one of only two successful social revolutions in Cold War Latin America. Debunking misconceptions, Students of Revolution provides new evidence that groups of college and secondary-level students were instrumental in fostering a culture of insurrection—one in which societal groups, from elite housewives to rural laborers, came to see armed revolution as not only legitimate but necessary. Drawing on student archives, state and university records, and oral histories, Claudia Rueda reveals the tactics by which young activists deployed their age, class, and gender to craft a heroic identity that justified their political participation and to help build cross-class movements that eventually paralyzed the country. Despite living under a dictatorship that sharply curtailed expression, these students gained status as future national leaders, helping to sanctify their right to protest and generating widespread outrage while they endured the regime’s repression. Students of Revolution thus highlights the aggressive young dissenters who became the vanguard of the opposition.

Whether blowing up a balloon or watering a garden, colors abound around the adorable Smushkins—and toddler fans will be excited to discover a world of colors. When Smushkins shake a brilliant autumn tree, what do they get? A massive pile of red leaves to jump into! When a Smushkin twirls some cotton candy at the fair, what comes next? A cloud of pink! In a Smushkin’s world, dogs dig up bones in white snow, painters paint themselves into a purple corner, and friends jump together into luscious brown puddles. Reading a bedtime book might lead to a sleepy black doze, but check out the multicolored celebration with all the Smushkins at the end. Claudia Rueda mines the world of the familiar as her gentle characters introduce a rainbow of colors to the youngest of readers.

It''s fall, which means it''s the perfect time for mama''s apple pie. The only problem? These apples are hard to reach! But Bunny has some ideas. Young readers will delight in using the red ribbon to help Bunny reach new heights and pick those tasty apples. But the fun doesn''t end there! Readers will also rock the book back and forth and turn it round and round for a one-of-a-kind roller-coaster adventure on Bunny''s way home. Claudia Rueda shakes up the reading experience once again in this delightful sequel to Bunny Slopes.

Un libro para aprender a contar y recordar, al mismo tiempo, los mejores cuentos. Ana debe quedarse en su casa en un día de lluvia, pues es muy pequeña para ir a la fiesta con sus padres. Su única compañía es un gato travieso que se escapa al sótano. El misterioso lugar está lleno de ratones, telarañas y libros... Y si hay libros, hay muchos otros personajes con quien pasar una noche inolvidable.

¡PUM! Una huella ¿De quién es?... ¡PUM! Otra huella ¿De quién es ésta?... ¡PUM! ¿Pero qué está pasando? Algo se está acercando y sólo deja como huellas las finas estampas de unos estrafalarios animales ¿Qué será? Acompáñanos en este divertido manual de zoología de la exitosa autora colombiana Claudia Rueda y descubramos juntos a los responsables de cada una de las huellas.

Una estupenda oportunidad para acercarse al arte del relato, aunque no haya palabras de por medio. Un cuento con formas y que relata los encuentros y desencuentros de una pareja destinada a mucho más de lo que originalmente se imagina el lector. Este cuento sin palabras, pero con muchas formas, relata los encuentros y desencuentros de una pareja destinada mucho más de lo que originalmente se imagina el lector. En este libro, los padres encontrarán una estupenda oportunidad para acercarse al arte del relato.

Un relato tan sabio como divertido que invita a los pequeños a dirimir por sí solos su disputas. Dos pequeños ratones hambrientos se pelean para ver quién es el dueño de un delicioso queso, amarillo y apestoso, hasta que una rata vieja y astuta les propone una juiciosa forma de solucionar su disputa. ¿Será que los que parten y comparten siempre se quedan con la mejor parte?

A veces no hay nada más sorprendente que mirarse en el espejo. Un libro para niños que se comprarán para sí muchos adultos, para su disfrute y para regalarlo a otros. Los espejos son lentes para descubrir nuestro verdadero estado de ánimo, no sólo para mostrarnos nuestra apariencia.

Un álbum sobre la libertad y el poder de la imaginación escrito e ilustrado por la talentosa Claudia Rueda. Este original libro está protagonizado por una línea. Es una sencilla raya hecha con lápiz que un día se aburre de hacer ejercicios sobre la página de un cuaderno cuadriculado y decide escapar del salón de clases. Muy contenta se va a recorrer el mundo. Así, la línea llega a una ciudad, escala altas montañas y conoce el mar, donde se enfrenta a unos temibles piratas. Es entonces cuando los lectores se percatan de que el verdadero protagonista de la historia es un niño llamado Leonardo, quien echa a volar su imaginación en medio de la clase y, mientras sus compañeros practican caligrafía, él se lanza a la aventura.

Un libro para lectores de todas las edades que aborda preocupaciones universales de manera accesible. La pequeña protagonista de esta obra, la cual está escrita e ilustrada por Claudia Rueda, nos habla de su propia vida; de los temores, dudas y perplejidades que ha experimentado a lo largo de su existencia. Ella se siente perdida, extraña, poco apta para desenvolverse en el mundo. Sin embargo, tiene algo que la acompaña y le da fuerza, algo que siempre estuvo allí para sostenerla en los momentos más difíciles y ayudarla a salir adelante. Se trata del arte que ella expresa mediante lápices de colores y que le permite contar historias y conquistar la libertad interior. Así, este bello álbum se alza como una conmovedora defensa de la creatividad.

Iván es una historia entrañable que celebra lacuriosidad, la autonomía y la conexión con el mundo desde la mirada de un perro. Con elcaracterístico estilo delicado y expresivo de Claudia Rueda, este libro invita a lectores de todas las edades a acompañar a Iván en un día especial lleno de descubrimientos, emociones y sorpresas. Una obra visualmente poética y narrativamente sencilla que nos recuerda la belleza de lo cotidiano y la riqueza de mirar el mundo con ojos nuevos... o con hocico atento.