ABOUT THE BOOK
Danny sabe leer / Danny can read
Written by Diana Paola Navarro Gómez
Illustrated by Carmen Blanco
Ages: 4–8 | 38 Pages
Publisher: Mr Momo (2025) | ISBN: 979-138-752-3121
Publisher's Book Summary: Danny Can Read is a bilingual (English–Spanish) picture book that celebrates the magic of reading and the power of learning at your own pace. Dinosaur siblings Danny and Lily discover that their talents shine in different ways — and that they shine the most when they work together. Through a warm, engaging story designed for read-alouds, children explore big feelings like frustration and comparison, practice empathy, and build confidence as they see that differences aren't obstacles — they're strengths. Perfect for ages 4–8, ideal for bilingual families and for readers learning English or Spanish.
PURCHASE LINK
Amazon: https://amzn.to/4bjZKWb
MY REVIEW
As a teacher, I see this quite often - siblings or friends are very close and then one suddenly has that “A-ha!” moment and beings to read everything in sight while the other is still trying to sound out words. How they handle this new difference can affect their relationship. In the case of Danny and Lily he begins to spend all his time reading and the “singing and dancing shows became a thing of the past.” It is understandable that Lily becomes jealous. Yet, when she sees Danny frustrated over trying to illustrate stories she has written, she reacts with love and offers to help because she is very good at art.
This story is perfect for a family with young readers (or about-to-be-readers) and could also be a good read-aloud for a class where some students have caught the reading bug and others are still working on their letters and sounds. The bilingual presentation also makes this a great book for ELL students. Every child needs to hear that it is okay to learn “at their own time and pace.” (Think back to Leo the Late Bloomer.) And it is encouraging that Danny and Lily realized, “their differences made them stronger and that when they worked as a team, they could accomplish anything they set their minds to.”
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Diana Paola Navarro Gómez is a Colombian children's book author and mother of twins, who inspire the heart of her stories. She writes bilingual picture books grounded in real moments from family life — everyday situations transformed into relatable narratives for young readers. Her debut title blends early literacy with social-emotional learning, encouraging confidence, empathy, and patience as children navigate frustration and grow at their own pace.
Learn more at dianapaolanavarro.com
Instagram: @dpnavarro and @dannylilybooks
TOUR SCHEDULE
Enter for a chance to win one of three signed paperback copies of Danny sabe leer / Danny can read! One grand prize winner will also receive a 36-piece puzzle inspired by the book along with their signed copy. Giveaway ends April 20, 2026 at 11:30 PM Mountain Time.
This post is sponsored by Diana Paola Navarro Gómez. The review and opinions expressed in this post are based on my personal views.
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