La Frontera

Written by Alfredo Alva and Deborah Mills · Illustrated by Claudia Navarro

A boy and his father embark on a perilous journey to find a new home across the border.

4.5 Goodreads · 292 ratings

48 pages· 730L

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Bookroo's summary

Alfredo's peaceful life in a Mexican village is upended when his grandfather can no longer work. With his father, Alfredo must brave a daunting journey to the United States, seeking a new beginning. As they face the challenges of crossing the border, their courage and determination are tested. Will they find the better life they hope for, or will the obstacles prove insurmountable? This true story, told in both Spanish and English, captures the heartache and hope of immigration, inviting readers to walk alongside Alfredo on his quest for a brighter future.

From the publisher

★ “So simple, but so beautiful, the story depicts what many must go through when seeking a better life in America” – Publishers Weekly, starred review For over 100 years, Alfredo’s family has lived in the same small village in Mexico. He loves playing with his siblings, helping his abuelo stack corn, and spending time with his donkey Fernando. But when Alfredo’s Abuelo can no longer make the long walk to the pine forest to provide for the family, Alfredo and his Papa must set out to find a new home and work to support their family. And so begins a long, arduous journey from Mexico to the United States. They’ll need all the courage they can muster to safely cross the border and to make a home for themselves in a new land. A true story based on Alfredo Alva’s experience immigrating to the United States Told in both Spanish and English to empower language learning Includes 4 pages of endnotes with more information about immigration and the true story behind the book

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