Kids' Books Bolivia

Welcome to Kids' Books Bolivia

laurakidsfacesKids' Books Bolivia is a series of bilingual children's books written by undergraduate students on the SIT Study Abroad Program in Bolivia.  This reciprocity project contributes to the production of affordable books celebrating Bolivian reality and serves to raise international awareness about Bolivia's rich cultures and pressing social issues. 

We use all proceeds to subsidize low-cost books and book donations to Bolivian children, schools, libraries, community organizations and literacy programs. 

Our Newest Books

We are proud to announce the following new books from 2008 and 2009:

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See all our books on the books page.

What's New

Karina Walker represents "Kids' Books Bolivia" at Northwestern's Reception for Graduating Anthropology Majors (including Elizabeth Henley and Julia Steege)

June 20, 2009

Karina Walker, author of Kids Work Too, wrote:

"On June 19, I represented 'Kids' Books Bolivia' at a reception for graduating anthropology majors and their parents at Northwestern University.  The director of undergraduates for Northwestern's Anthropology Department specializes in childhood anthropology and has been hugely supportive of 'Kids' Books Bolivia.'  She invited me to set up a table which displayed the books and our website along with a letter written by Julia Steege and Elizabeth Henley explaining the mission of the reciprocity project. Julia and Elizabeth, author and illustrator of Esperanza, were among the graduates being honored at this event.

I was pleasantly suprised by how many parents stopped by the table, asked questions, and read the books. One mom even proudly told me she was able to read them in Spanish. It was truly a joy for me to see people's enthusiasm for the project and I always love an excuse to talk about Bolivia."

Nadine Channaoui speaks at World Learning Fundraiser

May 1, 2009

Nadine Channaoui, author of My Mommy Is Not in Bolivia with Me wrote:

"I shared my book-writing experience with members of World Learning during an event on April 30 that helped to launch the First Giving fundraising sites.  It was wonderful to talk with people about our meaningful reciprocity project that directly corresponded to the goals of the organization.  Furthermore, I was able to connect with various alumni, leaders, and Academic Directors from different countries, which was a great opportunity to receive feedback and to diffuse the idea of children's books as ISPs.  The best treat was seeing Ismael, who gave a beautiful introduction of me at the event (and a huge hug of course)!"

Spring 2009 authors Will Brunnquell and Mikaela Lefrak present their books

May 11, 2009

Spring 2009 authors Will Brunnquell and Mikaela Lefrak presented their respective books Spirit of the Miners and The Biggest Laugh in the World on May 12 in Cochabamba, Bolivia to the SIT Bolivia program and local children, including members of children's library "Th'uruchipitas" and "Atillka", a youth organization and community library network in Cochabamba. 

Introductory comments were made by Gaby Vallejo, well-known Bolivian writer and founder of "Th'uruchipitas." Ms. Vallejo has been the independent study project advisor for six "Kids' Books Bolivia" authors since Fall 2008.  Click here for more information about Gaby Vallejo and "Th'uruchipitas" Children's Library.

Closing comments were made by Teo Fulguri Vicara of "Atillka" Community Library Network.  Click here for more information about "Atillka."

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