“Time out!”
Natatalo ang mga ibon.
Kailangan nila mag-isip ng paraan.
Gusto ni Pogo tumulong para manalo sila.
Pero wala siyang malawak na pakpak
o mataas na kuko, hindi siya mabilis,
at higit sa lahat, napakaliit niya.

Ano ang magagawa niya?

The book features select images from BenCab’s 50 years of being an artist, a brief background on why they were painted, and a chance for kids to interact with them through 20 pages of coloring and writing activities, finger puppets and paper doll dress-up, spot-the-difference, and more—all inspired by artworks of the master. The learning tools in this book are written by child development professional and teacher Karen Joy Desamparado-Foronda.

This interactive book serves as a mini-introduction to art literacy, nationalism, environment, and gender.

Sa Sitio San Nikolas, hindi makatulog si Benok. May narinig siyang kumatok sa tapat ng bahay. Sumilip siya sa bintana.

May mga lalaking nakapaligid. Nang makapasok sila sa bahay, biglang TOK! At sa ilang sandali, nagmadali silang umalis.

Kinabukasan, narinig ni Benok na nawawala ang anak ng mekaniko. Simula noon, gabi-gabi, may kumakatok. Gabi-gabi, may nawawala.

Ano ang gagawin ni Benok at ng Sitio San Nikolas?

A collection of three fables that talk about environmental preservation, all illustrated by Filipina artists. We could all learn a thing or two about the importance of trees, about perseverance from the hummingbird, or from the girl who dances with starfish.

The drought caused all the crops to wither away. Hope lies in Daughter, strong and independent, brave and determined. They say there is a Great Fish who cursed the land and has the power to restore it. Can Daughter find and bring the Great Fish home?

Isabella is 11 years old and is very much interested in maps. One day, she meets Strabo, the young mapmaker who might be just as into maps as her. He runs a store with a very interesting name: Here Be Dragons. // Winner of the 8th Romeo Children's Story Competition in 2012.

Inang Kalikasan needs help to pacify the birds nesting on her hair. She called the whole kingdom of animals, giants, sea creatures, dwarves, and humans to help her solve this problem. Vibal tells a story of a fun and creative kind of bayanihan with regards to Mother Nature and the environment in itself.

Often, Lolo forgets Haru's name. But he always remembers how it was "Back during the war..." As the family goes on a road trip, Lolo overflows with stories, each one revealing of their family and the life Lolo once lived. // Winner of the 14th Romeo Children's Story Competition in 2015.

Karapat Dapat presents the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child in a way that children themselves can understand. This empowers a child by letting him/her know that no matter his/her background, abilities, gender, or religion, he/she is valuable, celebrated, and protected. // Karapat Dapat was launched in the UN headquarters in Geneva and New York in 2018. In 2020, it was cited in The White Ravens list, an annual catalogue of book recommendations in the field of international children’s and youth literature, put together by the International Youth Library.

Juan’s parents are both Filipinos, but they all live in England. His parents have always told him about the Philippines—its culture, history, stories, and traditions. But Juan has never been to the Philippines—until now.

Join Juan in discovering what it means to be a Filipino in this fun activity book featuring coloring pages, word games, puzzles, and more!

Ayon sa lumang kasabihan ng mga Filipino: “May tenga ang lupa, may pakpak ang balita.” Ibig sabihin, walang lihim na hindi nabubunyag. Pero, paano nga kaya malalaman ng isang bayan ang madilim na lihim na pinakatatago ng kanilang haring malupit at gahaman?

Ang “May Sungay ang Hari" ay isang bagong pagsasalaysay ng tradisyonal na kuwentong-bayan mula sa Ilocos na “The President Who Had Horns,” mula sa kalipunang Philippine Folk Tales ni Mabel Cook Cole noong 1916.

Charmaine Aserappa tells the story of Miguel, a young boy who writes S.O.S. everyday on the sands of a nearby beach, hoping that someone would be able to read it and act upon the destruction of the oceans. Discussing how mining can affect the beauty and vigor of the oceans, Aserappa writes how anyone—no matter how young and how little is the contribution—can cause political action amongst higher officials. In this story, Miguel embodies anyone of us.

The Moon has not been seen for hundreds of years. And except for the elders and their dwindling followers, the moon-worshippers' belief in the Moon slipped, first into myth and then only into stories that mothers would tell their children to get them to sleep.

One day, as the elders were lighting their evening pyre, a speck of silver light caught the eye of a child. Could it be possible? Where was the pinprick of light coming from?

Rocky Tirona tells a story of two sisters who find joy in playing with their imaginary dragon friends. This book proves that no matter what, one’s big sister can motivate and inspire the younger one.

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed life as we know it. My Super Hands seeks to include children in the COVID-19 discussion – from the way it affects our health, but also our relationships and ways of life. We hope that it sends a message of hope, that we can manage and surpass difficult times.

Nadia is the sole caretaker of the blue stars, beautiful blue flowers that covered her small village. Every day, she watered them, told them stories and wished them good night... until the war reached their village. In the midst of challenging, wartimes, Nadia's is a story of perseverance, recovery, and hope that one day, blue stars will bloom once more. // Winner of the 7th Romeo Forbes Children's Story Writing Competition in 2011.

The Tagbanua Tribe of Palawan is one of the oldest indigenous groups in the Philippines. Panyaan is their word for "sacred." Inspired by tales and customs handed down from generation to generation, the stories in this collection celebrate the Tagbanua's continuing pride in their unique culture, history, and tradition.

The Catalina was ruined. Blown off course by a hurricane, the ship had crashed into the rocks of the Devil's Isle. Evil spirits were said to roam the island, and beasts that could tear a man from limb to limb.

And in the shadows, Marcus saw two yellow eyes. He nudged at Alexander to warn him.

Will they survive long enough to escape from this cursed island?

Discover the tale of Silim and her journey to realizing that there is strength in embracing who you are. A winner of the Romeo Forbes Children’s Story Writing Competition, this mythological tale touches on contemporary issues of diversity, tolerance, and finding beauty and pride in one’s identity.

Parehong Pilipino ang magulang ni Juan, pero nakatira silang lahat sa England. Madalas siyang kuwentuhan ng kaniyang mga magulang tungkol sa Pilipinas—tungkol sa kultura, kasaysayan, mga kuwento, at mga tradisyon nito. Pero ni minsan di pa nakatungtong si Juan sa Pilipinas. Hanggang ngayon.

Sa unang pagkakataon sa kaniyang buhay, bibisita si Juan sa Pilipinas. Samahan siya sa kaniyang pagtuklas ng kahulugan ng pagiging isang Pilipino sa pamamagitan ng mga palaisipan, pagkulay, at iba pa.