Along the Tapajos

Author:

Fernando Vilela

Illustrator:

Daniel Hahn

Published by:

Amazon Crossing Kids

First Published:

1 Oct 2019

Ideal for readers aged

6-9y

My Review

With a retro feel, and gorgeous stylised illustrations, this is a great book for reading aloud to children wanting a global adventure - with a story so many children will relate to, centring around leaving a much loved pet behind, it's sure to build connections. A wonderful starting point for talking about life on the banks of a Brazilian river, and the effects of the ebb and flow of the tide on the families who live there.

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Publisher Review

Cauã and Inaê are a brother and sister who live in a small community along the Tapajós River in Brazil. Here, the homes are on stilts and everyone travels around by boat―even to school! When the rainy season comes, they must leave their village and relocate to higher ground for a while. But after moving this year, Cauã and Inaê realize they’ve left behind something important: their pet tortoise, Titi! Unlike turtles, tortoises can’t swim, and Cauã and Inaê are really worried. So the pair sneaks back at night on a journey along the river to rescue him. Will they be able to save Titi? This picture book, first published in Brazil, offers kids a unique look into the lives of children who live along Brazil’s beautiful Tapajós River.