Pura Belpré Award · 2015

The 2015 Pura Belpré Award

Viva Frida and I Lived on Butterfly Hill won the 2015 Pura Belpré Award.

2015 Pura Belpré Award Winner · Illustrator
Viva Frida
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

Viva Frida

By Yuyi Morales

Explore the vibrant life and art of Frida Kahlo, shaped by love, laughter, and tragedy.

Caldecott Honor (2015)Pura Belpré Award (2015)
32 pages· 71 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
4.3/7 Bookroo·3.8/5 Goodreads · 3,167 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: Dive into the vibrant world of Frida Kahlo, where love, laughter, and tragedy paint her extraordinary life. Through vivid illustrations and bilingual text, discover how these elements influenced her iconic art. What secrets lie behind her brushstrokes?
2015 Pura Belpré Award Winner
I Lived on Butterfly Hill
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2014

I Lived on Butterfly Hill

By Marjorie Agosín, Lee White (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the The Butterfly Hill Series series

A young girl's life is shattered by political upheaval, forcing her into exile and a quest for safety.

Pura Belpré Award (2015)
464 pages· 85,301 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,456 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: In a peaceful Chilean town, young Celeste's life is torn apart by political chaos. As warships loom and friends vanish, her parents must hide, sending her to America for safety. In Maine, Celeste clings to dreams of home, haunted by questions: Will her family reunite? Can she ever feel secure again? This poignant tale, set against Chile's turbulent history, explores the resilience of hope and the enduring power of love.
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