Across the Bay (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781524786625)

RECIPIENT OF THE PURA BELPRﾉ ILLUSTRATOR HONOR

Author-illustrator Carlos Aponte takes readers on a journey to the heart of Puerto Rico in this enchanting picture book set in Old San Juan.

"A lively and honest story about filling voids and exploring what defines a family--as well as a love letter to a childhood home."--Horn Book

Carlitos lives in a happy home with his mother, his abuela, and Coco the cat. Life in his hometown is cozy as can be, but the call of the capital city pulls Carlitos across the bay in search of his father. Jolly pirag?ros, mischievous cats, and costumed musicians color this tale of love, family, and the true meaning of home.

Author: Carlos Aponte
ISBN-10: 1524786624
ISBN-13: 9781524786625
Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Language: English
Published: 09/17/2019
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 10.10h x 10.20w x 0.40d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.1
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 507788 / Across the Bay

Award: Pura Belpre Award - Honor Book

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 06/17/2019
Kirkus Reviews 07/15/2019
Booklist 08/01/2019 pg. 65
School Library Journal 09/01/2019 pg. 93
Horn Book Magazine 01/01/2020 pg. 63
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2020 - Superior,Well Above Average