MARIA CORREA is a children's book author and editor. Her superpowers include speaking Spanish, making ice cream disappear, and freezing time in photographs. Originally from Medellín, Colombia, she currently lives in New York City.

"Rosita and her Mami experience racism when they are told not to speak Spanish at the supermarket. While discussing the upsetting encounter, Rosita is reminded how smart and special she is to speak two languages. And that the ability to do so is like having a superpower! This important book--inspired by the video of the same name on the Sesame Street in Communities website--is a helpful way to introduce a tough yet important topic to young children"--