Jose's life is just perfect: a loving mother, doting big brother, great friends and great fun. Best yet, he is just about to receive the ultimate gift: Jesus in his First Communion. Yet, Jose's world comes crashing down when he witnesses his teacher's martyrdom by Mexican soldiers. Will Jose's life ever be the same again? How can a priest, martyred years before, help him to learn to love again?Fun to Read! Exciting Adventures! Faith-filled Journeys! Unit Study on Mexico Included!
Book is softcover, 104pp, with illustrations by Eileen McCook. Contains pronunciation guides for Spanish terms throughout the story, a supplementary section with the biography of Bl. Miguel Pro and the historical context of the story, and fun enrichment activities.
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- Jose's life is just perfect: a loving mother, doting big brother, great friends and great fun. Best yet, he is just about to receive the ultimate gift: Jesus in his First Communion. Yet, Jose's world comes crashing down when he witnesses his teache