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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1988
The Most Beautiful Place in the World
By Ann Cameron
A young boy in Guatemala dreams of school but fears his grandmother's refusal.
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64 pages
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Bookroo's summary
In the heart of Guatemala, seven-year-old Juan dreams of escaping his shoe-shining routine for the classroom. Abandoned by his mother, he lives with his grandmother, who holds the key to his future. As he gathers the courage to ask for her permission, Juan faces a surprising response that challenges him to stand up for himself. Will he find the strength to pursue his dreams amidst the harsh realities of his world? This poignant tale of hope and resilience unfolds with warmth and dignity, inviting readers to journey with Juan as he navigates his path to education.
From the publisher
“Seven-year-old Juan lives in Guatemala, a place of stunning beauty and grimeconomic reality. Abandoned by his mother, Juan lives with his grandmother andshines shoes. He passionately wants to attend school, but fears Grandmotherwill say no. Finally gathering his courage, he is surprised when she not onlyagrees to send him to school but also chides him about the importance ofstanding up for himself. Juan tells this bittersweet story, which readssmoothly and powerfully on several levels, with warmth anddignity.”– “Booklist. “
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 64
- Reading age
- 7–11
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 750L
The author
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