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Multicultural Literature for Latino Bilingual Children: Their Words, Their Worlds 2nd Edition makes a needed contribution to the field of children's literature by addressing the social, cultural, academic, and linguistic needs of bilingual learners who continue to be underserved through current school practices. This 2nd edition presents a balance of theory, research, and practice. The authors conceptualize different forms of social knowledge that can serve as cultural resources for acquiring knowledge and transforming self and identity. This volume creates a heightened awareness of the cultural and linguistic capital held by the Latino community. The design of critical pedagogical practices enhances Latino students' academic, cultural and social capital . Unique in this volume is the artwork that reflects the experiences of the Latino community.