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Benjamin Alire Sáenz Picture Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Benjamin Alire Sáenz Picture books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: April 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Benjamin Alire Sáenz Picture series? Start with "A Gift from Papá Diego" (1988) and follow publication order through all 4 books.
The complete Benjamin Alire Sáenz Picture reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
A Gift from Papá Diego
1988
A Perfect Season for Dreaming / Un tiempo perfecto para soñar
2008
The Dog Who Loved Tortillas
2009
The Story of Me
2019
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