"Turn a quiet afternoon at Abuelita’s shop into a wild rainforest adventure!"
What happens when you’re stuck inside and boredom starts to kick in? For Milo, an energetic young girl spending the day at her Abuelita’s plant shop, the rows of greenery are more than just merchandise—they are a gateway to another world. While roaming the aisles and exploring dusty knick-knacks, Milo discovers she isn't alone: a majestic Bengal tiger named Niko is loose in the shop!
After earning each other’s trust, Milo and Niko transform the plant shop into a deep, dark rainforest. Together, they embark on the first of many thrilling adventures, proving that with a little imagination, you can travel to the most exotic places without ever leaving home. This charming story celebrates the bond between generations, the beauty of nature, and the limitless power of a child’s mind.
Bilingual Learning:
This adventurous tale is presented in both English and Spanish, offering a wonderful way for bilingual families to share a story or for young readers to build their vocabulary in a second language while they explore the "jungle" with Milo.
Why This Story Is a Must-Have:
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Encourages Creative Play: A perfect reminder for kids that "boredom" is just an invitation to create your own fun.
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Warm Family Themes: Set in a grandmother's plant shop, it highlights the special spaces where childhood memories are made.
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Vibrant Visuals: D Guzmán’s illustrations bring the lush, green world of the plant shop and the wild rainforest to life with incredible energy.
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Great for Active Imaginations: Inspires children to look at their own surroundings in a new, more adventurous way.
Shipping & Availability
Now In Stock! Following its feature at the SCBWI Winter Conference on January 18th, 2026, this bilingual adventure is officially available. We take extra care in packaging every order to ensure Milo and Niko arrive safely and ready for storytime.
Book Details
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Author & Illustrator: D Guzmán
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Languages: Bilingual English & Spanish
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Themes: Imagination, Adventure, Nature, and Family
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Format: Hardcover / Full Color
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Recommended For: Ages 3–7 and little explorers everywhere.
The Adoverse Selection
We chose Milo + Niko because it captures that magical childhood ability to see a forest in a flowerpot. It is a beautiful, high-energy story that encourages kids to find the "wild" in the everyday, all while celebrating the richness of bilingual storytelling.
