Caravan

by Lawrence McKay Jr.

Through the story of ten-year-old Jura s first caravan trip with his father, Lawrence McKay, Jr. describes the adventures one boy experiences on the journey to young adulthood. Set against the icy backdrop of the Hindu Kush mountain range in northeastern Afghanistan, this father-son story sparkles with the warmth of family and cultural tradition. Children everywhere will be mesmerized by Darryl Ligasan's dynamic paintings of the arduous caravan ride along steep mountain passes, and the hustle-bustle of an Afghan marketplace. Caravan presents young readers with the opportunity to embark on a fascinating journey"

32 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1995

Reviews

[Nicole · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars.

I received a copy of this book at an educational conference courtesy of the nonprofit First Book. The story is a bit dry for my taste, but the illustrations more than make up for it!