ah 2011 product catalogue
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Starting out in 1980 as a small publishing house, Adarna House became the country's leading publisher of books for children, parents, teachers, and social workers. Our readers choose from a wide range of titles — all original publications that feature Filipino values, culture, history, and experiences. Created through an intensive book development process, our books have earned the recommendation of authoritative educational institutions and experts.TRANSCRIPT
Mula
1980
KA
LARO
KAESKUWELA KAIBIGAN
2011
109 Scout Fernandez corner Scout Torillo Streets, Brgy. Sacred Heart, Quezon City 1103 Philippines
Tel. no.: 352-6765E-mail: [email protected]
URL: www.adarna.com.ph
Product Catalogue
Cover illustration by Robert Dannielle J. Sinaban
Posters
The AdArnA house Poster series is a collection of posters for preschool teachers and day care workers who work with children ages 3 to 6 years old.
The FirsT 3 Years oF LiFeThe PreschooL chiLdBiLanghugisKuLaY
english and Filipino
Preschool
The WorLd around Me (red)The WorLd around Me (green)Photographs by Corona dolot
board books that will help very young children learn simple, useful vocabulary words
english and Filipino
ThIs CATeGorY InCLudes the Ready for School series and The World Around Me board books. These sets are bilingual books that help children become more familiar with basic ideas and preschool concepts that will help them start on the road to reading.
readY For schooLText by Ani rosa AlmarioIllustrations by Lesley LimPhotographs by Corona dolot
a series of ten basic readers that will help children grasp preschool concepts and start them on the road to reading
english and Filipino
LeT’s counT!
an activity book on beginning countingand simple mathematics
english with Filipino translation
Figure This ouT!
an activity book on basic logic and recognition of similarities and differences
english with Filipino translation
activity Books
Grade 1
haLuhaLo esPesYaLstory by Yvette FerreolIllustrations by Jill Arwen Posadas
a story about a sick child who remembers her lola and the magic she weaves in her kitchen
Teaching content: Filipino delicaciesand the healing power of love and care
english with Filipino translation
isang MaYang uhaWstory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Jimmy Torres
a fable about how a tiny bird drinks from a nearly empty glass of water
Teaching content: counting and addition as well as resourcefulness
Filipino with english translation
diego and Mariestory and illustrations by robert Magnuson
a story about a cat who leads her friend, a goat, to her “home” using clues
Teaching content: five senses
english
BuT ThaT Won’T WaKe Me uP!story by Annie and Anelka LumbaoIllustrations by Liza Flores
a book on the many ways one can wake up early in time for school
Teaching content: proper and common nouns and daily routine
english with Filipino translation
aLPaBeTong FiLiPinoText by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Paul eric roca
a book about the Filipino alphabet featuring examples for each letter
Teaching content: Filipino alphabet and vocabulary words
Filipino
aKo si KaLiWa, aKo si Kananstory by russell MolinaIllustrations by Ibarra Crisostomo
2008 PBBY- Salanga Prize, Honorable Mention
a pair of slippers discover what it would be like without the other
Teaching content: concept of left and right Filipino with english translation
ang MaBaiT na KaLaBaWstory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Liza Flores
a story about a carabao whose goodness is exemplary
Teaching content: counting and virtue
Filipino with english translation
araW sa PaLengKestory by May Tobias-PapaIllustrations by Isabel roxas
1st National Children’s Book Awards, Best Reads for 2010
a story about a young girl’s first trip to the market
Teaching content: nouns
Filipino with english translation
ang BaruMBadong Busstory by rene o. VillanuevaIllustrations by Jo Ann Bereber-Gando
a story about a bus whose recklessness on the road leads to disaster
Teaching content: road courtesy, discipline, and consideration for others
Filipino
ang iTiM na KuTingstory by natasha VizcarraIllustrations by Ferdinand Guevara
1996 PBBY- Salanga Prize, Grand Prize Winner 1996 PBBY-Alcala Prize, Grand Prize Winner
a story about the friendship between a girl and an “unlucky” cat
Teaching content: Filipino superstitions and how not to judge others
Filipino with english translation
ang KaMaTis ni PeLesstory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by renato Gamos
1984 PBBY-Illustrator’s Prize, Grand Prize Winner
a story about a lazy grasshopper who waits each dayfor the seeds he planted to grow into tomatoes
Teaching content: days of the week and perseverance
Filipino with english translation
ang huKuMan ni sinuKuanretelling by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Mitzi Villavecer
a story about why the turtle carries its home on its back, why the martines builds its nest in trees, and why the mosquito flies near people’s ears
Teaching content: justice
Filipino with english translation
When coLor caMe To ToWnstory and illustrations by susan dela rosa Aragon
a story of how the town of Alikabok transforms itself
Teaching content: colors and cleanliness
english with Cebuano translation
The Moon is MY Friendstory by Chie Litiatco-AcostaIllustrations by Mela Advincula
a story poem about a child’s imaginings in connection to the moon
Teaching content: phases of the moon
english with Filipino translation
si PiLong PaTago-Tagostory by Kristine CanonIllustrations by Leo Alvarado
a story about a boy who loves playing hide-and-seek
Teaching content: balance of playfulness and obedience
Filipino
PaPa’s house, MaMa’s housestory by Jean Lee PatindolIllustrations by Mark salvatus III
2004 PBBY- Salanga Prize, Grand Prize Winner 2004 PBBY-Alcala Prize, Grand Prize Winner
a story about three children dealing with their parents’ separation
Teaching content: unconventional family setups
english with Filipino translation
Grade 2Grade 1
ang MadYiK siLYa ni TiToYstory by russell MolinaIllustrations by Marcus nada
a story about how a child’s spirit helps him overcome his physical limitations
Teaching content: imagination and how to overcomeone’s physical limitations
Filipino with english translation
ang MahiYaing ManoKstory by rebecca T. AñonuevoIllustrations by ruben de Jesus
2000 Noma Concours for Children’s Picture Book Illustrations,Encouragement Prize
a story about how a shy rooster proves his worth
Teaching content: courage and self-confidence Filipino with english translation
ang TiKBaLang, Kung KaBiLugan ng BuWanstory by Virgilio s. Almario Illustrations by Kora dandan-Albano
a story about a tikbalang in search of friends
Teaching content: Filipino lower mythology and friendship
Filipino with english translationFilipino with english translation
aPoLaKus!story by Alice MallariIllustrations by Leo Agtuca
a story about a boy who uses magic to overcome his enemies
Teaching content: adjectives and kindness
Filipino with english translation
BaKiT MaTagaL ang sundo Ko?story by Kristine CanonIllustrations by Mariano Ching
2001 PBBY-Salanga Prize, Grand Prize Winner2001 PBBY-Alcala Prize, Grand Prize Winner
a story about a child who resorts to whimsical thinking to overcome her fear
Teaching content: a mother’s love
Filipino with english translation
Bru-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha... Bru-hi-hi-hi-hi-hi...story by Ma. Corazon remigioIllustrations by roland Mechael Ilagan
1995 PBBY-Salanga Prize, Grand Prize Winner1995 PBBY-Alcala Prize, Grand Prize Winner
a story of a little girl and an old lady rumored to be a witch
Teaching content: Filipino folk beliefs, respect for elders, and how not to judge others by their physical appearance
Filipino with english translation
cheneLYn! cheneLYn!story by rhandee GarlitosIllustrations by Liza Flores
1998 PBBY-Salanga Prize, Honorable Mention2000 Gintong Aklat Award, Best Children’s Book
a story of a family who learns to appreciate their magician of a helper
Teaching content: helping with household chores and appreciating household help
Filipino with english translation
MaY higanTe sa aMing BahaYstory by rhandee GarlitosIllustrations by Ferdinand Guevara
2009 PBBY-Salanga Prize, Grand Prize Winner2009 PBBY-Alcala Prize, Grand Prize Winner
a story about a little boy who is reunited with his father, a returning oFW
Teaching content: a father’s love, oFWs
Filipino with english translation
MunTing PaTaK-uLanstory by Gloria Villaraza-GuzmanIllustrations by Fidelito Manto
a story of a little raindrop who learns about his role in the world
Teaching content: water cycle
Filipino with english translation
hoW Long TiLL sePTeMBer?story by Tanya sevilla-simonIllustrations by Jill Arwen Posadas
a story about a girl counting off the months until her birthday
Teaching content: months and special occasions
english with Filipino translation
Grade 2
naKu, naKuu, naKuuu!story by nanoy rafaelIllustrations by sergio Bumatay III
PBBY-Salanga Silver Anniversary Grand Prize WinnerPBBY-Alcala Silver Anniversary Grand Prize Winner2008 Noma Concours for Children’s Picture Book Illustrations,
Encouragement Prize
the story of a young boy who learns to accept the arrival of a new baby in his family
Teaching content: joy of becoming an older sibling
Filipino with english translation
noong unang Panahonstory by rafaelita ValeraIllustrations by Ghani Madueño
three tales from the samal, the Ifugaw, and the Tagalog about creation
Teaching content: indigenous cultures
Filipino with english translation
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Languages
Kuwento ni OmpOng RemigiOGuhit ni Beth paRROcha-DOctOleRO
PaPeL de Lihastory by ompong remigioIllustrations by Beth Parrocha-doctolero
1995 Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature,First Prize, Short Story for Children
1996 National Book Award for Best Children’s Book a story of a mother’s untiring love for her family
Teaching content: a mother’s love
Filipino with english translation
saMPung MagKaKaiBiganstory by Kristine CanonIllustrations by ruben de Jesus
a story about a boy who almost lost all his friends
Teaching content: good behavior and counting
Filipino with english translation
si eMang engKanTada aT ang TaTLong haraganstory by rene o. VillanuevaIllustrations by Alfonso oñate and Wilfredo Pollarco
a story of three children who refuse to care for their environment
Teaching content: environmental conservation Filipino with english translation
si LanggaM aT si TiPaKLongretelling by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by renato Gamos
a fable about the industrious ant and the lazy grasshopper
Teaching content: the value of saving
Filipino
si Pagong aT si MaTsingretelling by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by hubert Fucio
a well-loved tale about how the intelligent turtle outwits the crafty monkey
Teaching content: the parts of a plant and sharing Filipino with english translation
si PiLandoK aT ang ManoK na nangingiTLog ng ginToretelling by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Kora dandan-Albano
a story of how Pilandok, in his bid to save his town, outwits the greedy datu usman
Teaching content: greed and selfishness do not pay Filipino with english translation
si PiLandoK, ang BanTaY ng KaLiKasan retelling by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Kora dandan-Albano
2000 Gintong Aklat Awards, Best Children’s Book, Finalist
a story of how the wily Pilandok protects the forest from the abusive datu usman
Teaching content: environmental conservation
Filipino with english translation
si PiLandoK aT ang Mga BuWaYaretelling by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Kora dandan-Albano
a story about Pilandok’s adventures in a buwaya-infested river
Teaching content: the importance of quick-thinking
Filipino with english translation
Grade 2
Grade 2 Grade 3
si PiLandoK sa Kaharian sa dagaTretelling by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Kora dandan-Albano
a story of how Pilandok manages to escape the clutches of the selfish Datu Usman
Teaching content: the importance of wit
Filipino with english translation
Tiger on The WaLLstory by Annette Flores GarciaIllustrations by Joanne de Leon
a story of a child’s imaginary friend
Teaching content: the importance of imagination
english with Filipino translation
si PuToTstory by Mike BigorniaIllustrations by Charles Funk
a story of a dog who is unhappy with his short tail
Teaching content: self-worth
Filipino
TiKTaKToK aT PiKPaKBuMstory by rene o. VillanuevaIllustrations by renato Gamos
a story of two brothers who are always fighting
Teaching content: love for siblings and generosity
Filipino
si PiLandoK sa PuLo ng PaWiKanstory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Kora dandan-Albano
a story of how the wily Pilandok battles the evil datu usman to save the pawikan
Teaching content: environmental conservationand endangered species
Filipino with english translation
ang PaMBihirang BuhoK ni raqueLstory by Luis P. Gatmaitan, MdIllustrations by Beth Parrocha-doctolero
1998 PBBY-Salanga Prize, Honorable Mention
a story of a girl whose courage helps her overcome her illness
Teaching content: courage and coping with serious illnesses
Filipino with english translation
ang PaMBihirang soMBrerostory and illustrations by Jose Miguel Tejido
a story about a girl and a magical hat
Teaching content: people in the community
Filipino with english translation
FiLeMon MaMonstory by Christine BellenIllustrations by Jason Moss
a story of how an overweight boy gets started on healthy eating
Teaching content: obesity and keeping healthy
Filipino with english translation
BaKaWanstory by Catherine Yu untalan, reena rae de Leon sarmiento,
and Mae Astrid TobiasIllustrations by Van Zeus Allen Bascon
a modern fable of animals living in a mangrove that suddenly have to deal with pollution
Teaching content: mangroves and environmental conservation
english with Filipino translation
iBong adarnaretelling by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Jordan santos
a popular folktale about three princes and an elusive, magical bird
Teaching content: love for one’s parents, compassion, and courage
Filipino with english translation
Grade 3JusT add dirTstory by Becky BravoIllustrations by Jason Moss
1st National Children’s Book Awards, Best Reads for 2010
a young boy finds plants growing on his body when he misses his baths
Teaching content: proper hygiene and eating vegetables
english with Filipino translation
LoLa PuTistory by russell MolinaIllustrations by Vanessa Tamayo
a story of a grandmother and a young boywho loves to ponder on math problems
Teaching content: math concepts such as addition, multiplication,and measurement
Filipino with english translation
ManiK Buangsiretelling by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Ibarra Cruz Crisostomo and Leonardo Giron
a samal folktale about the love between a mortal and an immortal
Teaching content: love
english with Filipino translation
Luis and The enchanTed creaTuresstory and illustrations by Marcy dans Lee
a story of a boy who discovers that enchanted creaturesare actually funny and lovable
Teaching content: Filipino lower mythology and how not to judge others by their physical appearance
english with Filipino translation
MahaBang-MahaBang-MahaBastory by Genaro Gojo CruzIllustrations by Ghani Madueño
2009 Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature, First Prize, Short Story for Children
a story about a boy finding it hard to learn to write his very long name
Teaching content: the importance of names and constant practice
Filipino with an english with translation
si Mariang aLiMangoretelling by Tomas LacsonIllustrations by onie Millare
a story of how a woman’s kindheartedness helps her triumph over evil
Teaching content: humility
Filipino with english translation
si ching na TaKoT sa diLiMstory by Aleli dew BatnagIllustrations by Paul eric roca
2000 Gintong Aklat Award, Best Children’s Book
a story of how a boy overcomes his fear of the dark
Teaching content: how to conquer one’s fears
Filipino
saMPu PaTaas, saMPu PaBaBastory by russell MolinaIllustrations by Conrad raquel
the story of Mak-Mak, a boy who has a gift for math
Teaching content: math concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages
Filipino with english translation
Paradise oF The aniMaLsstory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Joanne de Leon
a modern fable about peace and tolerance in the animal kingdom
Teaching content: peace and harmony
english
Grade 3 Grades 4-6
The Love oF LaM-angretelling by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Albert e. Gamos
the story of how Lam-ang, an Ilocano epic hero, wins the heart of Ines Kannoyan
Teaching content: ilocano culture and literature
english with Filipino translation
The YeLLoW PaPercLiP WiTh BrighT PurPLe sPoTsstory by nikki dy-LiaccoIllustrations by May Ann Licudine
2005 PBBY-Salanga Prize, Grand Prize Winner2005 PBBY-Alcala Prize, Grand Prize Winner2006 National Book Award, Best Children’s Book
the story of a paperclip’s travels to different placesand encounters with different people
Teaching content: travel and sequencing english
The grand Paradestory by Carla Pacis and nanoy rafaelIllustrations by Marcus nada
a group of young children makes sure their town fiesta happens as planned
Teaching content: adjectives, rhymes, and Philippine fiestas
english and Filipino
daLaWang BaYani ng BansaText by rene o. VillanuevaIllustrations by Joel o. Chua
the story of the heroic lives of Jose rizal and Andres Bonifacio
Teaching content: lives of Jose rizal and andres Bonifacio and love of country
Filipino
hiPon and BiYastory by Carla PacisIllustrations by Joanne de Leon
a story of a friendship between a shrimp and a goby fish
Teaching content: symbiosis and bravery
english with Filipino translation
aLaMaT ng aMPaLaYastory by Augie d. rivera, Jr.Illustrations by Kora dandan-Albano
an original story about the legend of the bitter gourd
Teaching content: vegetables and justice
Filipino with english translation
ang PaMBihirang BuhoK ni LoLastory by rene o. VillanuevaIllustrations by Ibarra Crisostomo
2003 National Book Award, Best Children’s Book
a story of an amazing grandmother who saves her whole town
Teaching content: typhoons, the value of bayanihan, and the strength of Filipino women
Filipino with english translation
ang TuTa ni noestory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by sergio Bumatay III
an adaptation of the story of noah’s Arkas a legend of the faithfulness of dogs
Teaching content: animals, pets, and family
Filipino with english translation
Grades 4-6
PoLLiWog’s WiggLestory by heidi AbadIllustrations by Beth Parrocha-doctolero
2006 Gintong Aklat Award, Best Children’s Book, Finalist a story of a polliwog who learns to deal with change
Teaching content: life cycle of frogs and coping with changes
english with Filipino translation
La-on and The seven-headed dragonstory by Gabby Lee and Marcy dans LeeIllustrations by Marcy dans Lee
a story of the origin of Mount Kanlaon
Teaching content: mountains and bravery
english with Filipino translation
MagniFicenT BeniTo and his TWo FronT TeeThstory by Augie rivera and Mike riveraIllustrations by Jason Moss
1999 Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Award for Literature, Second Prize, Short Story for Children
a story of a laughingstock who turns out to be gifted
Teaching content: how to overcome one’s physical limitations
english with Filipino translation
Mr. BeeTLe’s ManY rooMsstory and illustrations by robert Magnuson
a story of a beetle living with other creatures
Teaching content: plant growth and generosity
english with Filipino translation
TighT TiMesstory by Jeanette C. Patindol Illustrations by sergio Bumatay III
2007 PBBY-Salanga Prize, Grand Prize Winner2007 PBBY-Alcala Prize, Grand Prize Winner a story of a family who stays happy and intact despite their financial hardships
Teaching content: the value of saving english with Filipino translation
The greediesT oF raJahs and The WhiTesT oF cLoudsstory by honoel IbardolazaIllustrations by Brian Vallesteros
2003 Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature, First Prize, Short Story for Children
a story of a rajah whose greed leads to his failure
Teaching content: superlatives and how not to be greedy
english with Filipino translation
The caT PainTerstory by Becky BravoIllustrations by Mark salvatus III
2004 Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature, First Prize, Short Story for Children2006 National Book Awards, Best Children’s Book
a story of a painter whose creativity adds color to our world
Teaching content: colors and creativity
english with Filipino translation
Grade 4-6 Batang Historyador
ToMinaMan sa rogong BecoMes a PainTerstory by Felice Prudente sta. MariaIllustrations by Brian Vallesteros
a Maranaw myth about the origins and meanings of their colorful art
Teaching content: painting, folk art, and the use of endnotes
english with Filipino translation
XiLeFstory by Augie riveraIllustrations by Beth Parrocha-doctolero
1999 Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature, Third Prize, Short Story for Children2001 Gintong Aklat Award, Best Book Design
a story about a young boy with dyslexia
Teaching content: learning disabilities
Filipino with english translation
Wigan BecoMes a scuLPTorstory by Felice Prudente sta. MariaIllustrations by robbie Bautista
an Ifugaw myth about the origins of the bul-ol
Teaching content: sculpture, folk art, and the use of footnotes
english with Filipino translation
si JuaniTo, noong Panahon ng Mga aMeriKanostory by Augie riveraIllustrations by Jose Miguel Tejido
a story about a boy whose family moves to America because of employment opportunities
Teaching content: children’s rights, migration, and american colonization
Filipino with english translation
si diWaYen, noong Bago duMaTing ang Mga esPanYoLstory by Augie riveraIllustrations by Paolo Lim
a story of a slave girl who befriends her master’s young daughter
Teaching content: children’s rights and precolonial Philippines
Filipino with english translation
The BATAnG hIsTorYAdor serIes features stories about the adventures, dreams, and realizations of five children from five significant moments of our nation’s past. each story is a peek at the situation and rights of the children from every period, and a look back at the colorful history of our country.
si segunda, noong Panahon ng Mga esPanYoLstory by Augie riveraIllustrations by Pepper roxas
a story of a girl who would like to learn to read and count like her brother
Teaching content: children’s rights and spanish colonization
Filipino with english translation
Faith SeriesBatang Historyador
si PiTong, noong Panahon ng Mga haPonstory by Augie riveraIllustrations by Marcus nada
a story of a boy who needed to relocate with his familybecause of the Japanese invasion
Teaching content: children’s rights and World War ii
Filipino with english translation
The LiFe oF Jesusstory by Marie-hélène delvalIllustrations by hervé FloresTranslation by Anne Louise Mahoney a book about the life of Jesus and his role in the life of every believer
english
10 PsaLMs To heLP You PraY LiKe JesusText by Monique scherrerCover by hélène GeorgesIllustrations by remi saillard, Clotilde Perrin, didier Balicevic,
delphine renon, and eric Gasté Translation by Anne Louise Mahoney
this book features 10 prayers with illustrations based on 10 Psalms to help readers pray like Jesus
english
Jonah and The Big FishText by Matthieu de LaubierIllustrations by Yasuyuki hamamoto
the story of how Jonah is swallowed by the big fish
english
The FAITh serIes aims to awaken the Christian Faith in its young readers. Through these books, children may explore the meaning of common prayers as well as be acquainted with lesson-laden Bible stories. reading this series will help children take their first step towards Christ-centered lives.
the miracles of jesusText by Emmanuelle Dalyac-Rémond,
Delphine Saulière, and Monique ScherrerIllustrations by Marcelino TruongTranslation by Anne Louise Mahoney
this book is about the miracles of Jesus: healing a leper, making a man walk again, calming the storm, and many others
English
si Jhun-Jhun, noong Bago ideKLara ang BaTas MiLiTarstory by Augie riveraIllustrations by Brian Vallesteros
a story of a boy who tries to find out about what his older brother does during his ‘errands’
Teaching content: children’s rights and the Marcos regime
Filipino with english translation
Silver EditionsFaith Series
As A WAY oF thanking you for bringing life to our books for a quarter of a century, we bring you the silver editions of four classic, all-time bestsellers to add to your collection: Alamat ng Ampalaya, Ibong Adarna, Papel de Liha, and Si Pilandok at ang Manok na Nangingitlog ng Ginto. These hardbound books, printed on quality paper and encased altogether, are sure to be a worthy addition to you and your child’s treasury of books.
aLaMaT ng aMPaLaYastory by Augie d. rivera, Jr.Illustrations by Kora d. Albano
an original story about the legend of the bitter gourd
Teaching content: vegetables and justice
Filipino with english translation
si PiLandoK aT ang ManoK na nangingiTLog ng ginToretelling by Victoria AñonuevoIllustrations by Kora dandan-Albano
a story of how Pilandok, in his bid to save his town, outwits the greedy datu usman
Teaching content: greed and selfishness do not pay Filipino with english translation
PaPeL de Lihastory by ompong remigioIllustrations by Beth Parrocha-doctolero
1995 Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature, First Prize, Short Story for Children1996 National Book Award for Best Children’s Book a story of a mother’s untiring love for her family
Teaching content: a mother’s love
Filipino with english translation
iBong adarnaretelling by roberto AlonzoIllustrations by Jordan santos
a popular folktale about three princes and an elusive, magical bird
Teaching content: love for one’s parents, compassion, and courage
Filipino with english translation
The WonderFuL sTorY oF chrisTMasstory by Matthieu de LaubierIllustrations by Carme solé VendrellTranslation by Anne Louise Mahoney
the story of the first Christmas
english
The ParaBLes oF JesusText by sophie Furlaud and Anne-sophie du BoutëtiezIllustrations by Koshiro hata
this book includes 3 parables of Jesus: The Treasure, The Mustard Seed, and The Yeast
english
Big BooksAklat Adarna
eACh VoLuMe Is a collection of stories that may be used in teaching basic concepts such as color, shapes, and numbers to preschool children. The Aklat Adarna Volumes are being used in the early Childhood Care and development (eCCd) program of the department of social Welfare and development (dsWd).
aKLaT adarna voLuMe 1
This book contains the following stories:
• Alamat ng Lansones• si Langgam at si Tipaklong• si Pagong at si Matsing• Ang hukuman ni sinukuan• Ibong Adarna
Filipino
aKLaT adarna voLuMe 2
This book contains the following stories:
• Kayo Ba ang nanay Ko?• Bilog na Itlog• Tiktaktok at Pikpakbum• Ang Pulang Laso• Kung dalawa Kami
Filipino
aKLaT adarna voLuMe 3
This book contains the following stories:
• si Makisig• si Tembong Mandarambong• si hinlalaki• Bayanihan• si emang engkantada at ang Tatlong haragan
Filipino
aKLaT adarna voLuMe 4
This book contains the following stories:
• nang Magkakulay ang nayon• digong dilaw• Ang Mabait na Kalabaw• si dilat, si Kindat, si Kurap, si Pikit• Kain, Kumain, Kinain
Filipino
aKLaT adarna voLuMe 5
This book contains the following stories:
• dragong Pula• si Monica dalosdalos• Pen Pen de sarapen• si Wako• si Aling oktopoda
Filipino
The AdArnA house Big Books aid in teaching beginning reading and basic concepts. Most of the big books are part of the Bright Minds Read! program of ronald Mcdonald house Charities and the department of education-nCr.
a ThirsTY sParroWstory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Jimmy Torres
a fable about how a tiny bird drinks from a nearly empty glass of water
Teaching content: counting and addition as well as resourcefulness
english
aLaMaT ng Lansonesretelling by Lamberto e. AntonioIllustrations by Jose Prado
a legend of a fruit that was once poisonous
Teaching content: fruits and goodness
Filipino
ang BaruMBadong Busstory by rene o. VillanuevaIllustrations by Jo Ann Bereber-Gando
a story about a bus whose recklessness on the road leads to disaster
Teaching content: road courtesy, discipline, and consideration for others
Filipino
ang BisiKLeTa ni MoMonstory by rebecca T. AñonuevoIllustrations by Jo Ann Bereber-Gando
a story of a boy who discovers how much he loves his old bike
Teaching content: the value of old, treasured objects
Filipino
Big Books
ang KaMaTis ni PeLesstory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by renato Gamos
1984 PBBY-Alcala Prize, Grand Prize Winner
a story about a lazy grasshopper who waits each day for the seeds he planted to grow into tomatoes
Teaching content: days of the week and perseverance
Filipino
ang MahiYaing ManoKstory by rebecca T. AñonuevoIllustrations by ruben de Jesus
2000 Noma Concours for Children’s Picture Book Illustrations,Encouragement Prize
a story about how a shy rooster proves his worth
Teaching content: courage and self-confidence Filipino
ang PaMBihirang BuhoK ni raqueLstory by Luis P. Gatmaitan, MdIllustrations by Beth Parrocha-doctolero
1998 PBBY-Salanga Prize, Honorable Mention
a story of a girl whose courage helps her overcome her illness
Teaching content: courage and coping with serious illnesses
Filipino
asuL na araWstory by Pipa escalanteIllustrations by Abigail Goy
a story of a little girl who makes each day a color-filled one
Teaching content: colors and days of the week
Filipino
BaKaWanstory by Catherine Yu untalan, reena rae de Leon sarmiento and Mae Astrid Tobias Illustrations by Van Zeus Allen Bascon
a modern fable of animals living in a mangrove that suddenly have to deal with pollution
Teaching content: mangroves and environmental conservation
english with Filipino translation
BaKiT MaTagaL ang sundo Ko?story by Kristine CanonIllustrations by Mariano Ching
2001 PBBY-Salanga Prize, Grand Prize Winner2001 PBBY-Alcala Prize, Grand Prize Winner
a story about a child who resorts to whimsical thinking to overcome her fear
Teaching content: a mother’s love
Filipino with english translation
BiLog na iTLogstory by Al santosIllustrations by Josefina Sanchez
a story of a perfectly round egg that goes searching for other circular things
Teaching content: circles and self-worth Filipino
Bong’s daYstory by rene o. Villanueva Illustrations by nemcy Cruz
the story of a typical day in the life of Bong, a little boy
Teaching content: telling time
english
Brave LiTTLe BaBY danstory by Maria Catherine GatchalianText by Mabi david-BalangueIllustrations by nemcy Cruz
a story of a baby who discovers all sorts of sounds around him
Teaching content: sounds
english
Bru-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha... Bru-hi-hi-hi-hi-hi...story by Ma. Corazon remigioIllustrations by roland Mechael Ilagan
1995 PBBY-Salanga Prize, Grand Prize Winner1995 PBBY-Alcala Prize, Grand Prize Winner
a story of a little girl and an old lady rumored to be a witch
Teaching content: Filipino folk beliefs, respect for elders, and how not to judge others by their physical appearance
Filipino
Big Books
cheneLYn! cheneLYn!story by rhandee GarlitosIllustrations by Liza Flores
1998 PBBY-Salanga Prize, Honorable Mention2000 Gintong Aklat Award, Best Children’s Book
a story of a family who learns to appreciate their magician of a helper
Teaching content: helping with household chores and appreciating household help
Filipino
digong diLaWstory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by nelson Cabrega
the story of digo, a boy obsessed with the color yellow
Teaching content: color yellow
Filipino
isang Taon na si BeThstory by rene o. VillanuevaIllustrations by Peter espina
all about preparations for Beth’s upcoming first birthday party
Teaching content: number one
Filipino
Kain, KuMain, Kinainstory by Mike BigorniaIllustrations by Jess Abrera, Jr.
a story of Islaw and the day when he goes fishing
Teaching content: food chain
Filipino
KaYo Ba ang nanaY Ko? story by rodolfo desuasidoIllustrations by reynaldo Tiongson
a story of a duckling in search of its mother
Teaching content: fowls
Filipino
LiTTLe raindroPstory by Gloria Villaraza-GuzmanIllustrations by Fidelito Manto
a story of a little raindrop who learns about his role in the world
Teaching content: water cycle
english
Magic MaTstory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Joanne de Leon
a story of a boy who visits many wonderful places atop a magic mat
Teaching content: geography and travel
english
Mario’s sPeciaL daYstory by Fiona Fajardo and Jennifer naguitText by Jennifer naguitIllustrations by Mel silvestre
a story of a boy who encounters various animals in his house
Teaching content: animals and counting
english
MaY TaTLong PaLaKastory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Perry henson
a story of a day in the life of three frogs
Teaching content: number three
Filipino
nang MagKaKuLaY ang naYonstory and illustrations by susan dela rosa Aragon
a story of how the town of Alikabok transforms itself
Teaching content: colors and cleanliness
Filipino
Big Books
PaPeL de Lihastory by ompong remigioIllustrations by Beth Parrocha-doctolero
1995 Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature, First Prize, Short Story for Children1996 National Book Award for Best Children’s Book a story of a mother’s untiring love for her family
Teaching content: a mother’s love
Filipino
Paradise oF The aniMaLsstory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Joanne de Leon
a modern fable about peace and tolerance in the animal kingdom
Teaching content: peace and harmony
english
si aLing oKToPodastory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Jess Abrera, Jr.
a story of Aling oktopoda, who learns to be more responsible with her children
Teaching content: number eight
Filipino
si dagindingstory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by renato Gamos
a story of daginding, the mouse who dreams of reaching the moon
Teaching content: the moon Filipino
si eMang engKanTada aT ang TaTLong haraganstory by rene o. VillanuevaIllustrations by r. Jordan P. santos
a story of three children who refuse to care for their environment
Teaching content: environmental conservation Filipino
si hugo hunYangostory and illustrations by Charles Funk
a story of hugo, the chameleon who uses his talents to save his fellow chameleons
Teaching content: colors and bravery Filipino
si Monica daLosdaLosstory by L.e. Antonio and P.T. Martin Illustrations by renato Gamos
a story of Monica, the helpful hen, who needs to learn about being careful
Teaching content: haste makes waste
Filipino
si PuToTstory by Mike BigorniaIllustrations by Charles Funk
a story of a dog who is unhappy with his short tail
Teaching content: self-worth
Filipino
si LanggaM aT si TiPaKLongretelling by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by renato Gamos
a fable about the industrious ant and the lazy grasshopper
Teaching content: the value of saving
Filipino
Big Books Manuals
The MonKeY and The TurTLestory by Jo Ann CruzIllustrations by Peter espina
a well-loved tale about how the intelligent turtle outwits the crafty monkey
Teaching content: the parts of a plant and sharing
english
TiKTaKToK aT PiKPaKBuMstory by rene o. VillanuevaIllustrations by renato Gamos
a story of two brothers who are always fighting
Teaching content: love for siblings and generosity
Filipino
si WaKostory by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Jess Abrera, Jr.
the story of a playful owl, Wako, who learns to be obedient and responsible
Teaching content: diligence and responsibility
Filipino
Lesson PLans For The adarna house Big BooKsdeveloped by dr. Felicitas Pado and dr. nemah n. hermosa
a compilation of 36 lesson plans intended for teachers of beginning reading using the Four-Pronged Approach
28 Lesson Plans in Filipino and 8 Lesson Plans in english
sTorYTeLLing ManuaLWritten by Madonna Gomez and Carleen n. sacris Illustrations by Michael Adrao
a manual that offers tips for effective storytelling
english
ToYs and gaMes ManuaLWritten by Carleen n. sacris and edgardo r. CatiisIllustrations by Michael Adrao
a manual that answers the need for educational activities and materials that add color to a child’s learning experience
english
sino aKo?story by Virgilio s. AlmarioIllustrations by Albert Gamos
a collection of Filipino riddles
Teaching content: Filipino rhymes and riddles
Filipino
References
Can We Live On Mars?A Book about Space
Text by Gidget Roceles-JimenezIllustrations by Bernie Sim
100 evenTs ThaT shaPed The PhiLiPPines
2000 National Book Award, Best Book in History & Best Book Design
a centennial celebration of words and picturesthat showcase 100 events that shaped the Philippines
english
100 quesTions FiLiPino Kids asK
2006 National Book Award, Best Reference Book
a book that mixes fun with facts, answering Filipino kids’ questions in the fields of science, history and culture, art, and sports
english
101 FiLiPino iconsedited by Ani rosa Almario and Virgilio s. Almario
people, places, objects, and events that make Filipinos unique
english and Filipino
101 FiLiPino icons voL. iiedited by emelina s. Almario and Virgilio s. Almario
more people, places, objects, and events that make Filipinos unique
english and Filipino
regionaL ProFiLes: PeoPLe and PLacesedited by emelina s. Almario and Virgilio s. Almario
a factbook on the scenic spots, industries, and personalities of each Philippine region
english and Filipino
Adarna Science
can We drinK The ocean? Text by Gidget roceles-JimenezIllustrations by Isabel roxas
a reference book on water dealing with topics from the properties of waterto the water cycle, and from water treatment to water distribution
english
Grades 4 to 6
can We PLug inTo LighTning?Text by Gidget roceles-JimenezIllustrations by Beth Parrocha-doctolero
a reference book on electricity as well as an explanation of how energy is produced and utilized
english
Grades 4 to 6
can We Live on Mars?Text by Gidget roceles-JimenezIllustrations by Bru
1st National Children’s Book Awards,Best Reads for 2010
a reference book on heavenly bodies, space explorations, and astronomy
english
Grades 4 to 6
Other Products
BuWan, BuWang BuLaWanWritten by Virgilio s. AlmarioWith illustrations by Abi Goy
a collection of poetry for children
Filipino
disPLacedWritten by Aneka rodriguezWith illustrations by Mitzi Villavecer
a novel in verse about a teenage girl finding her place in the world
english
dusT deviLsFilipino poems by Virgilio s. Almarioenglish translations by Marne Kilates
a collection of 27 bilingual poems especially for young people english and Filipino
The First 3 Years of Life
The Preschool Child
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Posters (Php 35.00 each)
storybooks (Php 73.00 each)
Preschoolready for school (Php 750.00/set of 10 books)
The World Around Me (Green) (Php 95.00)
The World Around Me (red) (Php 95.00)
Let’s Count! (Php 56.00)
Figure this out! (Php 56.00)
Batang historyador (Php 75.00 each)si diwayen, noong Bago dumating ang mga espanyol
si segunda, noong Panahon ng mga espanyol
si Pitong, noong Panahon ng mga hapon
si Juanito, noong Panahon ng mga Amerikano
si Jhun-Jhun, noong Bago Ideklara ang Batas Militar
grade 1Alpabetong Filipino
Ako si Kaliwa, Ako si Kanan
Ang Mabait na Kalabaw
Araw sa Palengke
But That Won’t Wake Me up!
diego and Marie
haluhalo espesyal
Isang Mayang uhaw
Papa’s house, Mama’s house
si Pilong Patago-tago
The Moon is My Friend
When Color Came to Town
grade 2Ang Barumbadong Bus
Ang hukuman ni sinukuan
Ang Itim na Kuting
Ang Kamatis ni Peles
Ang Madyik silya ni Titoy
Ang Mahiyaing Manok
Ang Tikbalang, Kung Kabilugan ng Buwan
Apolakus!
Bakit Matagal ang sundo Ko?
Bru-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha... Bru-hi-hi-hi-hi-hi...
Chenelyn! Chenelyn!
how Long Till september?
May higante sa Aming Bahay
Munting Patak-ulan
naku, nakuu, nakuuu! (Php 135.00)
noong unang Panahon
Papel de Liha
sampung Magkakaibigan
si emang engkantada at ang Tatlong haragan
si Langgam at si Tipaklong
si Pagong at si Matsing
si Pilandok, ang Bantay ng Kalikasan
si Pilandok at ang Manok na nangingitlog ng Ginto
si Pilandok at ang mga Buwaya
si Pilandok sa Kaharian sa dagat
si Pilandok sa Pulo ng Pawikan
si Putot
Tiger on the Wall
Tiktaktok at Pikpakbum
grade 3Ang Pambihirang Buhok ni raquel
Ang Pambihirang sombrero
Bakawan
Filemon Mamon
Ibong Adarna
Just Add dirt
Lola Puti
Luis and the enchanted Creatures
Mahabang-Mahabang-Mahaba
Manik Buangsi
Paradise of the Animals
sampu Pataas, sampu Pababa
si Ching na Takot sa dilim
si Mariang Alimango
The Grand Parade
The Love of Lam-ang
The Yellow Paperclip with Bright Purple spots
grades 4-6Alamat ng Ampalaya
Ang Pambihirang Buhok ni Lola
Ang Tuta ni noe
dalawang Bayani ng Bansa
hipon and Biya
La-on and the seven-headed dragon
Magnificent Benito and his Two Front Teeth
Mr. Beetle’s Many rooms
Polliwog’s Wiggle
The Cat Painter
The Greediest of rajahs and the Whitest of Clouds
Tight Times
Tominaman sa rogong Becomes a Painter (Php 75.00)
Wigan Becomes a sculptor (Php 75.00)
Xilef
Faith series (Php 73.00 each)10 Psalms to help You Pray Like Jesus
Jonah and the Big Fish
Moses’ Great Adventure
The Life of Jesus
The Miracles of Jesus
The Parables of Jesus
The Three Great Catholic Prayers
The Wonderful story of Christmas
silver editions (Php 220.00 each)Alamat ng Ampalaya
Ibong Adarna
Papel de Liha
si Pilandok at ang Manok na nangingitlog ng Ginto
aklat adarna (Php 315.00 each)Aklat Adarna Vol. 1
Aklat Adarna Vol. 2
Aklat Adarna Vol. 3
Aklat Adarna Vol. 4
Aklat Adarna Vol. 5
si daginding
si emang engkantada at ang Tatlong haragan
si hugo hunyango
si Langgam at si Tipaklong
si Monica dalosdalos
si Putot
si Wako
sino Ako?
The Monkey and the Turtle
Tiktaktok at Pikpakbum
Manuals Lesson Plans for theAdarna house Big Books (Php 595.00)
storytelling Manual (Php 220.00)
Toys and Games Manual (Php 340.00)
adarna science (Php 115.00 each)Can We drink The ocean?
Can We Plug Into Lightning?
Can We Live on Mars?
reference Books100 events That shaped the Philippines (Php 2,795.00)
100 Questions Filipino Kids Ask Vol.1 (Php 600.00)
101 Filipino Icons (Php 600.00)
101 Filipino Icons II (Php 600.00)
Regional Profiles (Php 650.00)
other ProductsBuwan, Buwang Bulawan (Php 220.00)
displaced (Php 175.00)
dust devils (Php 185.00)
new Titles (coming soon)Ang Tahanan ni Lingling
dalawang dagang Bulag
rosa Albina
si hinlalaki
david and Goliath
The Last days of Jesus
saint Augustine
Therese, the Little Flower
100 Questions Filipino Kids Ask Vol.2
Big Books (Php 275.00 each) A Thirsty sparrow
Alamat ng Lansones
Ang Barumbadong Bus
Ang Bisikleta ni Momon
Ang Kamatis ni Peles
Ang Mahiyaing Manok
Ang Pambihirang Buhok ni raquel
Asul na Araw
Bakawan
Bakit Matagal ang sundo Ko?
Bilog na Itlog
Bong’s day
Brave Little Baby dan
Bru-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha... Bru-hi-hi-hi-hi-hi...
Chenelyn! Chenelyn!
digong dilaw
Isang Taon na si Beth
Kain, Kumain, Kinain
Kayo ba ang nanay Ko?
Little raindrop
Magic Mat
Mario’s special day
May Tatlong Palaka
nang Magkakulay ang nayon
Papel de Liha
Paradise of the Animals
si Aling oktopoda
Adarna books are available at all leading bookstores nationwide. You may also visit our showroom at Adarna house,109 scout Fernandez corner scout Torillo streets, Brgy. sacred heart, Quezon City.Also visit www.adarna.com.ph for online purchases. Authorized distributor in usa: Philippine Cultural and educational services 246 Clark street, Blaine, Washington 98230,Tel:(425)891-2186, e-mail: [email protected]
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