"Chiquis The Dreamer Clown" is an illustrated children's story that invites children to explore their emotions, recognize the good days and the difficult days, and develop self-confidence. The story is about Chiquis, a clown who faces different daily challenges while learning to be grateful, balance her responsibilities and keep her dreams alive.
Through simple language, this book introduces essential topics of social-emotional learning: resilience, managing emotions, perseverance, self-control, and the importance of continuing to keep trying even when things don't go as expected. Each page presents everyday situations that help readers identify their own feelings and build tools to cope with them.

This book is ideal for:
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Programs
- Preschool through Second Grade Classrooms
- Children's teachers, counselors, and therapists
- Read-aloud libraries and programs
- Families Looking for Positive Stories with Latino Representation

Main topics:
- Managing Emotions and Feelings
- Self-esteem and self-confidence
- Gratitude and adaptation to change
- Resilience and perseverance
- Dreams, motivation and personal growth

"Chiquis The Dreamer Clown" is a warm and motivating story that offers a clear message: every day brings new opportunities to learn, try again, and keep dreams alive. It is a valuable resource for supporting conversations about emotions, strengthening self-esteem, and promoting a hopeful vision of the future.

About the author & contributors
Débora Menieur Núñez is a Puerto Rican and Dominican author, public servant and creative consultant who graduated from the Harvard School of Education. Débora graduated Summa Laude from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Arecibo, as the first Truman Scholar of her campus. Inspired by her Caribbean roots, she creates stories that help children explore their emotions, celebrate who they are, and discover the beauty in the little things life gives us every day. She hopes her stories will help children feel seen, inspired, and motivated to express themselves confidently and dream big.

Deborah Núñez Morales is a Puerto Rican educator, public servant, and business leader. As a public schools teacher in Puerto Rico, she helped hundreds of students learn to read and acquire speed reading skills in creative and fun ways, adapting to the needs and rhythms of each student. Deborah has worked in public service and international businesses, always supporting the development of people and communities.

José A. Bernal Navarrete is a Mexican graphic artist. With great creative versatility, he specializes in making visual arts ranging from musical covers, video lyrics, photomontages, caricatures and any work that is a creative challenge. His art became a world full of possibilities, of opportunities that have opened the doors for him to explore his creativity by adapting to any creative opportunity, giving the best of himself in each art he makes.

Hilca F. Menieur Núñez grew up proud to be Puerto Rican and Dominican. Hilca studied Administrative Assistant in high school and her creative heart took her to Mexico City, where she trained in entertainment with a specialization in Clowning. She then trained as a Preschool Teacher Assistant and has dedicated herself to working with children, teaching values, confidence and curiosity. Hilca is the mother of Ellie and Julian, her greatest inspiration, daily strength, and the reason she believes in a purpose-driven education.

Arismar Menieur Núñez, of Puerto Rican and Dominican roots, grew up among cultures where music, words and a sense of community always had an important place. He is currently a medical student and has a background in biotechnology and chemistry. In addition, she is a singer and creative. Arismar believes that courage requires doing things even with fear.