Last Stop On Market Street

Words by Matt de la Pena & Pictures by Christian Robinson

Overview: This is a story about a little boy named CJ and his Nana as they take a trip after church on Sunday. At many points in the trip, CJ asks his Nana why they are doing the things that they are doing and his Nana always has an answer that either educates the child or makes him think about their situation in a different way as they make their way down to their local soup kitchen in order to help serve the people there.

This is a beautifully written and illustrated story that helps put life in perspective for not only children, but also for adults. It helps you appreciate life and helps you see to give back to the community. It also helps the reader understand that you can find beauty in every situation. This is a wonderful book for read alouds and children in 2nd-4th grade would enjoy reading it on their own.

Awards: The 2016 Newbery Award, A Caldecott Honor, & A Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book.

To order your own copy: https://www.amazon.com/Market-Street-Christian-Robinson-illustrator/dp/0141374187/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1511886856&sr=1-1&keywords=last+stop+on+market+street

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