We learn all the different reasons why people feel the need to leave - the hope that lies behind their decision, but also the terrible sadness of leaving home. An author's note is included, along with a map showing the caravan's route."- Member ofĪssigning source Provided by publisher Cataloging source NLC Argueta, Jorge Dewey number j863/.64 Index no index present LC call number PZ7.5."This novel in verse is a powerful first-person account of Misael Martínez, a Salvadoran boy whose family joins the caravan heading north to the United States. Award-winning Mexican illustrator Manuel Monroy illuminates Misael's journey. This beautiful and timely story is written in simple but poetic verse by Jorge Argueta, the award-winning author of Somos como las nubes / We Are Like the Clouds. The book ends with Misael dreaming of El Salvador. But then tear gas, hateful demonstrations, force and fear descend on these vulnerable people.
They think they have arrived at the goal of the trip - to enter the United States. Finally, once the caravan arrives in Tijuana, Misael and those around him are relieved. We learn about how far and hard the trip is, but also about the kindness of those along the way. Summary "This novel in verse is a powerful first-person account of Misael Martínez, a Salvadoran boy whose family joins the caravan heading north to the United States. JUVENILE FICTION / Stories in Verse (see also Poetry).United States - Emigration and immigration - Juvenile poetry.
Label Caravan to the north : Misael's long walk Title Caravan to the north Title remainder Misael's long walk Statement of responsibility Jorge Argueta pictures by Manuel Monroy Creator An author's note is included, along with a map showing the caravan's route.".
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