Carmen Castillo Gilbert, PhD

Bilingual Children’s Picture Book Writer (English / Spanish)

Stories that celebrate language, culture, and heart—sprinkled with Spanish and made for young readers.

New Book Announcement

Ana-Ramona Makes Mr. Pérez Smile / Ana-Ramona Hace Reír al Sr. Pérez

I’m thrilled to share that my new picture book, Ana-Ramona Makes Mr. Pérez Smile / Ana-Ramona Hace Reír al Sr. Pérez, will be published by Lawley Publishing (Arizona). This is one of my favorite stories because it’s sprinkled with Spanish, making it a joyful bilingual read.

Book Details (Coming Soon)

Books

A growing shelf of bilingual picture books—more details coming soon.

Ana-Ramona Makes Mr. Pérez Smile /Ana-Ramona Hace Reír al Sr. Pérez

Coming Soon — a bilingual story sprinkled with Spanish.

More Books in Progress

Additional picture book manuscripts are in development—updates shared at major milestones.

Educator Resources

Spanish teaching materials and classroom-friendly resources.

Born and raised in Panama and educated in American schools from kindergarten through PhD, I’m a bilingual, bi-cultural Panamanian American writer and longtime educator. I write bilingual picture books in English and Spanish, and I create Spanish teaching resources for educators. I love stories that help kids feel seen, curious, and connected.

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Highlights

Award-winning educator in New Hampshire (2014, 2015)
12×12 Diversity Scholarship recipient (2019)
Valentiny Writing Contest — 3rd Prize (2025)
Spanish-language teaching resources for educators