Books like Mia's story by Michael Foreman
On a cold winter day, young Mia sets out to find her lovable puppy Poco, and in the process discovers the hidden beauty of her surroundings. Along the way she learns practical ways to touch her community – from the fields of flowers to the nearby houses – and to make her family’s daily routine more cheerful and hopeful. The story celebrates the resilience of rural life and the simple joys that connect people and pets in Campamento San Francisco.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Michael Foreman
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