Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2001
A Movie in My Pillow
By Jorge Argueta, Elizabeth Gomez (Illustrator)
A boy navigates new life in San Francisco, cherishing memories of El Salvador.
32 pages· 981 words· Est. 9 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 135 ratings
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Summary: In San Francisco's Mission District, young Jorgito navigates life between two worlds. His heart holds the vibrant memories of El Salvador's volcanoes and his grandmother's tales, while he embraces the bustling city life. As he transforms from a timid newcomer to a confident city dweller, Jorgito's dreams weave a tapestry of his bicultural identity. What wonders and challenges will he encounter as he balances the beauty of his past with the excitement of his present? Discover the movie in his pillow, where his inner world comes alive in a dance of dreams and reality.

