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Paloma Voló (Paloma Flies Away)

Written by María Jesús Guarda
Illustrated by María Jesús Guarda
Published by Planeta Publishing

El país donde vive Paloma ya no es el mismo y, como los pájaros, tendrán que emigrar con sus padres a un nuevo hogar.

Una historia delicadamente contada sobre la familia, la infancia y la adaptación a los cambios, contada a través de la lente de cálidos recuerdos.

Look for the English version, Paloma Flies Away.

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Publication Date: February 2025
Available As: Paperback
Picture Book, Age 06 or older

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Setting: Unspecified (Latin America)

Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Home Country, Immigrant

Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience

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