Book details

  • Genre:children's fiction
  • Sub-genre:Action & Adventure / General
  • Age Range (years):5 - 10
  • Language:English
  • Pages:40
  • eBook ISBN:9798350972917
  • Hardcover ISBN:9798350944617

Joaquin Moves From Fear to Love

Joaquín asciende del miedo al amor

By Joy Peyton and Jacqueline Lopez

Overview


A young boy, Joaquin, spent 5 years in a refugee camp with his Mom and 2 older sisters. Many days were difficult for him – crowded and unfriendly. But after moving to the city, he connected with his family and experienced love and joy.
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Description


A young boy, Joaquin, was born in Guatemala and spent 5 years in a refugee camp, with his Mom and two older sisters. They stayed in a tent, among many other people. Their life was very challenging, with crowded places and people yelling at him. When he was 5, his family moved to a city and lived in a tall building with 9 floors and an elevator. After going through a time of pain on the elevator, remembering his life in the refugee camp, he connected with his Mom and sisters and experienced love.
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About The Author


Joy Peyton is a researcher and writer, who works with students and teachers to develop ways to make both writing and reading fun and interesting, often in the language of their home and community. She lives in Virginia and St. Croix with her husband, David. They have two beautiful daughters, their wonderful husbands, and an amazing granddaughter and grandson.
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