Juana & Lucas

Written and illustrated by Juana Medina

Part of the Juana & Lucas series

A young girl navigates the challenges of learning a new language and growing up in Colombia

4.0 Goodreads · 1,609 ratings

96 pages· 6,273 words· Est. 49 min read-aloud· 870L

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Bookroo's summary

Meet Juana, a spirited girl from Bogotá who adores her dog, Lucas, but struggles with English lessons. Why must she learn a language that seems so confusing? As Juana navigates school challenges and itchy uniforms, her journey is filled with humor and heart. Will she discover the value of embracing new languages and cultures? Dive into Juana's world, where every day is an adventure, and find out how she wins over hearts with her lively spirit and relatable dilemmas.

From the publisher

“Refreshingly original. . . . Medina’s beautiful, vivid prose conjures the Colombian setting with tactile language. . . . The story itself is a giant hug.” – The New York Times Book Review Fans of Judy Moody and Clarice Bean will love Juana, the spunky young Colombian girl who stars in this playful, abundantly illustrated series. Juana loves many things: drawing, living in Bogotá, Colombia, and especially her dog, Lucas, the best amigo ever. She does not love wearing her itchy school uniform, solving math problems, or learning the English. Why is it so important to learn a language that makes so little sense? Hilarious, energetic, and utterly relatable, Juana will win over los corazones (the hearts) of readers everywhere.

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