The Most Beautiful Place in the World
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Now that Juan's mother has left him with his grandmother, he shines shoes to earn a living. More than anything else, though, 7-year old Juan wants to learn to read and go to school. Guatemala comes alive through the daily lives of Juan and his grandmother and the detailed black/white illustrations.
Age Level: 6-9
Publisher: Random House
Book Series: Grandma and Me: Stories About Grandmothers
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