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In "A Pen Pal for Max," a young son of a Chilean farmer seeks companionship beyond his borders. Guided by the hope of a distant friendship, he writes a heartfelt note and places it inside a crate of grapes bound for the United States. When the letter arrives, a story of unlikely connection and cultural exchange unfolds, illuminating the power of communication and friendship across continents.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Gloria Rand
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