Going Home
Going Home by Eve Bunting is a reprint picture book published by Harper Collins on August 22, 1998. This 32-page book is written in English and explores the journey of Carlos and his family as they travel south across the border to Mexico for Christmas. Although Carlos was born in Mexico, he struggles to connect with the place he barely remembers, prompting a deeper exploration of what home truly means.
As the story unfolds, Carlos is initially indifferent to the village of La Perla, but he gradually becomes immersed in the vibrant festivities led by his Grandfather, Aunt Ana, and the community. Through these experiences, he begins to appreciate his parents’ love for their homeland and discovers that home is not just a physical location but also resides in the hearts of those who care for you. This book touches on themes of family, cultural identity, and the significance of holidays and celebrations, making it a thoughtful addition to any collection focused on these subjects.
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Christmas is coming and Carlos and his family are going home-driving south across the border to Mexico. But Mexico doesn’t seem like home to Carlos, even though he and his sisters were born there. Can home be a place you don’t really remember?
At first, La Perla doesn’t seem very different from the other villages they pass through. But then Carlos is swept into the festivities by Grandfather, Aunt Ana, and the whole village. Finally, Carlos begins to understand Mama and Papa’s love for the place they left behind, and realizes that home can be anywhere, because it stays in the hearts of the people who love you.
Eve Bunting and David Diaz-the Caldecott Medal-winning team behind Smoky Night- collaborated once again to create a dazzling picture book that glows with holiday joy and the spirit of Mexico.
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