When This World Was New

Written by Danilo Figueredo · Illustrated by Enrique O Sanchez

A boy's fears fade as he discovers magic in a new city.

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32 pages· 1,287 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Danilito, newly arrived from the Caribbean, faces the daunting streets of New York City. Overwhelmed by language barriers and cultural differences, he fears the unknown. But when his father takes him on a magical journey through the snow, Danilito begins to see the beauty in his new world. Can this adventure help him embrace his new life and find comfort in the unfamiliar? Join Danilito as he discovers the warmth of family and the wonders of a new home.

From the publisher

An uplifting story about a young boy overcoming his fears and embracing his new home in America. It was Danilito’s first day in America. He and his parents have just made a long, exhausting move from the Caribbean to New York City. The ocean and the palm trees he is familiar with are now replaced by tall buildings and crowded streets. Danilito is scared. He has heard that some Americans are not friendly to foreigners. In addition, he does not speak any English. His parents have worries, too. They will have to find new jobs, a new home, and adjust to the new surroundings. This was going to be their first cold winter. Danilito’s worries disappear the next morning when he wakes up and Papa leads him on a magical trip of discovery. D.H. Figueredo, in his picture book debut, brings us a gentle and uplifting story of coming to America, and Enrique O. Sanchez captures the loving images of a boy embracing his new home and finding a special bond with his family.

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