The Christmas Gift
Illustrated by:
"A few days before Christmas, Panchito's family decided it was time to move again." So begins the Christmas tale of a young boy whose migrant family is struggling to make ends meet. Based on the childhood experiences of author Francisco Jiménez, the beautiful story and paintings capture Panchito's loneliness, as well as his parents' devotion to their children and each other.
Language: Spanish,Spanish (Bilingual Eng/Sp)
Special Populations: Migrant Farmworkers
Heritage & History: Hispanic Heritage and History
Themes for Children: Cultural Traditions, Family and Friends, Holidays and Celebrations
Format: Picture Book
Audiobook: No
Age Level: 6-9
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin