Rafael López

Take a look at the magical work of award-winning illustrator, Rafael López!

Books by This Author

We've Got the Whole World in Our Hands

We've Got the Whole World in Our Hands
Age Level: 3-6
Language: English

Award-winning illustrator Rafael López brings new life with his adaptation of "He's Got the Whole World in His Hands," saluting the lives of all young people. The rhythmic verse and repetitive emphasis on "we" and "our" encourages inclusive communities and the celebration of unity and diverse friendships all around the world.

Books by This Illustrator

Tito Puente, Mambo King

Illustration of Tito Puente playing drums as a child
Illustrated by: Rafael López
Age Level: 6-9
Language: Spanish (Bilingual Eng/Sp)

Tito Puente was born to be a musician. He grew up to become the Mamba King to whose music people danced the mambo, rumba and cha-cha. Rhythmic language and animated illustrations briefly present Tito's life and the impact of music throughout.

¡Yum! ¡Mmmm! ¡Qué Rico!

Painting of foods of the Americas, such as pumpkins and corn
By: Pat Mora
Illustrated by: Rafael López
Age Level: 6-9
Language: Spanish (Bilingual Eng/Sp)

Celebrate the native foods of the Americas — peanuts, blueberries, corn, potatoes, tomatoes, and more — through haiku poetry and stunning artwork from award-winning illustrator Rafael López.

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