Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level
3.6
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
1410
Points per Word
0.000355
Page Count
36
Points per Page
0.013889
Description
At a birthday celebration on the beach, Cora gives her grandmother a special gift and encourages her to make a trip back to her home country, Cape Verde.
Quick Summary
This sweet story celebrates the special bond between generations while introducing kids to the beautiful culture of Cape Verde through a touching family moment. The beach birthday party setting bursts with color and joy, and children will root for Cora as she helps her grandmother reconnect with her homeland. If your kid loves "The Hello, Goodbye Window" by Norton Juster or stories about grandparents, they'll adore this multigenerational tale. Perfect for kindergarten through third graders who enjoy heartwarming stories about family and cultural heritage.