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Abre un libro

This Spanish song for storytime is designed to help you start the reading time in a fun, engaging, and meaningful way. “Abre un libro” (Open a Book) introduces simple Spanish phrases through music, making it perfect for beginning a storytime session in the classroom, at home, or in the library. Whether you are a teacher, parent, or caregiver, this song helps create a smooth transition into reading while supporting early Spanish learning and building a love for books. Learn how to play it in the Ukulele or incorporating ASL while singing it.

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Lyrics and music written by Ana Maria Calabrese

All arrangements and music production by Moises Herrera  © 2026 Ana Maria Calabrese 

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Ukulele and ASL

Song Lyrics


ABRE UN LIBRO / OPEN A BOOK

 

Abre un libro, vamos a leer

Open a book, we’re going to read


Abre un libro, vamos a aprender

Open a book, we’re going to learn
 

Abre un libro, para soñar

Open a book, to dream


Y todo imaginar

And let our imaginations soar

Learn how to play this song in the Ukulele with Angela from UkeleCanta

Leanr how to incorporate American Sign Language (ASL) while singing this song with Ridley from Educando a Los Bajitos

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Find short songs and playlists  to introduce basic Spanish and additional resources here !

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