Lakas and the Manilatown Fish by Anthony D. Robles

The Listen & Be Heard Hour

s4e18 May 21st, 2026

A young boy named Lakas discovers that a fish from his dreams might be real—leading him on a lively, magical chase through San Francisco’s Manilatown. Told in both Tagalog and English, this vibrant picture book blends humor, imagination, and Filipino-American culture, brought to life through colorful illustrations and a sense of joyful adventure.

Publisher: Childrens Book Press / Lee & Low Books

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