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Last stop on Market Street

Name: Last stop on Market Street
ISBN: 9780141374185

By Matt de la Peña

CJ expects a dull, rainy bus ride—but Nana helps him uncover something wonderful along the way.

heartwarming · thoughtful · vivid · uplifting

Genres

Friendship/Family Realistic Fiction Feelings/Wellbeing

What is Last stop on Market Street about?

Every Sunday, CJ and his nana catch the bus across the city after church. CJ is unhappy that they do not have a car, and he wonders why they must wait in the rain and travel to the poorer part of town. Nana answers his questions with patience and wisdom, helping him notice the music, colours and kindness around them. By the time they reach Market Street, CJ has discovered that an ordinary journey can be full of beauty, community and purpose.

About the author

Matt de la Peña is a popular author who writes books for children and young people. He is best known for his award-winning picture book 'Last Stop on Market Street', which celebrates kindness and community. Matt loves to share stories that inspire readers to see the beauty in everyday life and believe in themselves.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2017

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