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The Amazing Students of Venezuela - (Against All Odds) by Claudia Bellante (Hardcover)

Name: The Amazing Students of Venezuela - (Against All Odds) by Claudia Bellante (Hardcover)
Brand: Crocodile Books
SKU: 87421080
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Marcelo and Julio show determination and strength every day as they cross the border from Venezuela to Colombia to attend a better school in this empowering picture book.
8-12 Years
8.82" x 7.09" Hardcover
32 Pages
Juvenile Nonfiction, Social Activism & Volunteering
Series Name: Against All Odds

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About the Book

"Marcelo and Julio show determination and strength every day as they cross the border from Venezuela to Colombia to attend a better school in this empowering picture book. Marcelo and her cousin Julio live in Venezuela, but every day they get up at dawn to make the arduous journey to cross the border to their school in Colombia. Some days are harder than others and some days they can't even make it home. But for the amazing students of Venezuela, it is worth it since they know that the more they are able to learn, the more opportunities they will have. The stories told in the Against All Odds picture book series are true stories of brave boys and girls from different parts of the world, who, with their small everyday actions, beat the odds and achieve something great. The series is intended to promote diversity and acceptance by exposing children to kids' stories from faraway places facing unique situations or overcoming prejudice"--

Book Synopsis

Marcelo and Julio show determination and strength every day as they cross the border from Venezuela to Colombia to attend a better school in this empowering picture book.

Marcelo and her cousin Julia live in Venezuela, but every day they get up at dawn to make the arduous journey to cross the border to their school in Colombia. Some days are harder than others and some days they can't even make it home. But for the amazing students of Venezuela, it is worth it since they know that the more they are able to learn, the more opportunities they will have.

The stories told in the Against All Odds picture book series are true stories of brave boys and girls from different parts of the world who, with their small everyday actions, beat the odds and achieve something great. The series is intended to promote diversity and acceptance by exposing children to kids' stories from faraway places facing unique situations or overcoming prejudice.

Review Quotes

"This book can help children and adults understand the differences that families face in other countries. It is an inspiring story full of hope and determination that can lead others to want to help or to continue on their own difficult journeys."---- Children's Literature

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 8.82 Inches (H) x 7.09 Inches (W) x .39 Inches (D)

Weight: .61 Pounds

Suggested Age: 8-12 Years

Number of Pages: 32

Series Title: Against All Odds

Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction

Sub-Genre: Social Activism & Volunteering

Publisher: Crocodile Books

Format: Hardcover

Author: Claudia Bellante

Language: English

Street Date: April 4, 2023

TCIN: 87421080

UPC: 9781623717933

Item Number (DPCI): 247-15-0956

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.39 inches length x 7.09 inches width x 8.82 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 0.61 pounds

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