Newbery Honoree Pam Muñoz Ryan weaves an entrancing tale of courage and self-discovery.
Maximiliano Córdoba loves stories, especially the legend Buelo tells him about a mythical gatekeeper who can guide brave travelers on a journey into tomorrow. If Max could see tomorrow, he would know if he'd make Santa Maria's celebrated fútbol team and whether he'd ever meet his mother, who disappeared when he was a baby. He longs to know more about her, but Papá won't talk. So when Max uncovers a buried family secret - involving an underground network of guardians who lead people fleeing a neighboring country to safety - he decides to seek answers on his own.With a treasured compass, a mysterious stone rubbing, and Buelo's legend as his only guides, he sets out on a perilous quest to discover if he is true of heart and what the future holds.
This timeless tale of struggle, hope, and the search for tomorrow has much to offer today about compassion and our shared humanity.
RECOMMENDED FOR: Middle School
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
Publisher: Scholastic Press / Spanish Version - Scholastic en Espanol
Publish Date: Hardcover - March 03, 2020 / Spanish Version - September 01, 2020
Pages: Hardcover - 256 / Spanish Version - 288
Dimensions: Hardcover: 5.6 X 8.2 X 0.8 inches | 0.95 pounds / Spanish Version: 5.2 X 7.6 X 0.8 inches | 0.35 pounds
Language: English or Spanish
Type: Hardcover or Paperback
Condition: NEW
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