Summer was once cool and gentle. Apolaki, God of Sun, descended to the land and met a boy named Ikoy. They became best friends. One day, they went to the mountains of Sierra Madre. They cannot believe the sight of a deforested mountain. What will they do to stop the deforestation of the mountains?

Nakatanggap ng mga mahiwagang kasangkapan ang tatlong magkakapatid. Nagkaroon sila ng iba’t ibang mundo. Magbabalik pa kaya ang masasayang ingay sa kanilang bahay?

A story of a boy who has a hard time seeing things from afar that he pretends to see them to avoid being teased. After he went to the eye doctor and got his own eyeglasses, he never realized how wonderful everything is in his surroundings.

May isang tiyanak na hindi marunong manakot. Dahil sa ugaling masayahin, siya ay tinawag na Bungisngis. Kinatakutan ng mga kasamahan niya sa gubat ang nangyayaring ito sa tiyanak. Karapat-dapat ba siyang mapabilang sa mga alagad ng kadiliman? Mapaghuhusay ba niya ang kaniyang pagiging lamang-lupa sa pagpasok niya sa Gabi ng Lagim Elementary School? Tuklasin ang tunay na kahindik-hindik sa kuwentong ito. Tunghayan ang halaga ng pagiging halimaw ni Bungisngis na dapat ipagmalaki sa loob at labas ng gubat.

Fidelito has always been fascinated by the music the crickets make. He learned about this from his Lolo’s fascinating story. According to his Lolo, the patron saint San Isidro once appeared and gave a special task to Fidelito’s great grandfather, who was named Santiago. Find out what the mission was and how it helped turn the town’s parade for San Isidro to become the merry spectacle that it is today.

From newspaper clippings, curating letters, sketches, and invitations, Purita collates and creates them in a scrapbook. She has learned to diligently collect and take care of important documents that chronicles the development of the visual arts in the country. In this book, find out more about the life and the triumphs of Purita Kalaw-Ledesma, the Mother of Philippine Modern Art.

Who is this Aliguyon they speak of? Why is he important? Join Amuyao and the Ifugao tribe to discover the story of modern heroes in their ancestral land!

Madalas mainis si Maritess sa kaniyang Lola. Lagi na lang siyang inuutusan at hinihiyawan ni Lola, kahit wala siyang ginawang masama. Masungit at matalim tumingin si Lola, parang isang matandang halimaw. Bakit kaya naging ganoon si Lola? Malambing naman ito dati. Dumating ang araw na hindi na makatiis si Maritess, at tinanong niya sina Tatay at Nanay kung bakit ganoon si Lola. Ano kaya ang kanilang sagot, at ano na ang gagawin ni Maritess ngayon?

Hindi pangkaraniwan na batang lalaki si Adel. Paborito niya ang kulay pink na para sa kaniya ay kulay na nagbibigay ng kahulugan sa kaniyang buhay.

Ito ay isang kuwentong magbibigay- ngiti sa mga mambabasa at nagpapakita kung paano mapasasaya at matutulungan ang isang kaibigan sa simpleng paraan. Samahan ang magkaibigang sina Charie at Rhian sa isang makulay na paglalakbay sa karagatan. It is a story that will make readers smile and show how to please and help a friend in a simple way. Join friends Charie and Rhian on a colorful ocean voyage.

Ang Bayaning si Butbot ay kuwento tungkol sa pagtutulungan ng mga hayop at tao. Gamit ang kaalaman mula sa siyensiya, nabuhay silang payapa at masagana. The Hero Named Butbot is a story about the cooperation between animals and humans. Using knowledge from science, they were able to live in peace and prosperity.

Discover how this fishing village, once stricken with famine, was able to regain its prosperity through the help of the spirit of Amansinaya, the goddess of the sea.

The story is a retelling of the epic Hudhud ng mga Ifugao, which has been passed down orally from generation to generation among the natives of the Ifugao province, who are best known for building the famous Rice Terraces of the Philippines. Hudhud ng mga Ifugao is an epic that is usually told during harvest season or during wakes. The tradition of hudhud is as old as the technology of the rice terraces. It is believed that the hudhud is a gift from heaven. Its performance can last from three to four days. This book is recommended for lessons in civics, culture, and the oral literature of the Cordillera.

A story of a boy who has a hard time seeing things from afar that he pretends to see them to avoid being teased. After he went to the eye doctor and got his own eyeglasses, he never realized how wonderful everything is in his surroundings.

Summer was once cool and gentle. Apolaki, God of Sun, descended to the land and met a boy named Ikoy. They became best friends. One day, they went to the mountains of Sierra Madre. They cannot believe the sight of a deforested mountain. What will they do to stop the deforestation of the mountains?

Bebang the Lizard watched Yna the whole night. She carefully observed the little girl while she was asleep. Various questions formed in Bebang’s mind: Why does Yna talk even though she’s sound asleep? What happens behind the lids of her eyes? Why does it seem like Yna’s eyeballs are rocking and rolling? Join Bebang the Lizard as she explores the world of sleep. This book is not just a story; it is also a fun exploration of common questions about what happens during our sleep, such as dreaming, sleepwalking, and sleep talking.   ABOUT THE SERIES Bakit is a Filipino word for “why.” This series aims to answer “many whys you need to know about how our body works.” The Bakit List series was developed to provide readers with enjoyment and meaningful knowledge. This series aims to combine storytelling with educational principles. Each story in this series touches on scientific, physiological, and medical principles, which are discussed in a very engaging way. The series is the product of the combined intellect and creativity of the writer and illustrators. This targets children aged seven to twelve but is sure to be enjoyable and informative for readers of any age. The writer and illustrators ensure that questions in the Bakit List series will be answered and clarified. There is a right balance of entertainment and knowledge in each book of the series.   About the Author Luis P. Gatmaitan, MD is a physician, an author of more than 70 books for children, and the current Chairperson of the National Council for Children’s Television (NCCT). He pioneered the popularization of health and medical concepts in children’s stories through his two children’s books: Mga Kuwento ni Tito Dok and Okidok. His children’s stories have been translated into Nihongo, Danish, Thai, Bahasa Indonesia, Mandarin, and Bangla. His children’s book Sandosenang Sapatos (A Dozen Pairs of Shoes) has been adapted into a musical and was staged by the Tanghalang Pilipino of the Cultural Center of the Philippines. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame of the Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature. About the Illustrator Danielle ‘Dani’ Florendo is an illustrator, picture book author, and visual artist based in Baguio City. With 15 published titles to her name, she has collaborated with both local and international publishers. Her work has garnered recognition, including a feature in the 2023 International White Ravens catalogue, a finalist at the 2024 Catholic Mass Media Awards for The Perfect Tree by Glory Moralidad, and the 2024 Cardinal Sin Book Award for A Whale in Prison by Mary Ann Ordinario. Dani has also received three honors for illustration at the 2024 Severino Reyes Medal.