Esperanza Makes A Friend #1000633

When Esperanza moves from Mexico to America at just four years old, everything feels big, different, and a little scary. She’s about to start school, but there's one problem: she barely speaks English.

Just when Esperanza begins to worry she won’t fit in, she meets Maya, a kind classmate who helps her feel welcome and brave. But when Maya suddenly stops coming to school, Esperanza feels lost again... until she finds a special way to hold on to hope.

A heartwarming story about friendship, courage, and the power of kindness perfect for young readers navigating new beginnings.