Mexikid

(Newbery Honor Award Winner)

By: Pedro Martín

Narrated by: Oscar Emmanuel Fabela, Omar Leyva, Cynthia Farrell, Kevin Orduño, Elena Rey, Avi Roque, Christophe Landa, Daisy Guevara, Alejandro Vargas-Lugo, Fernando Monroy

Newbery Honor Book
Pura Belpré Author Award
Pura Belpré Illustrator Award
Odyssey Honor Audiobook

A poignant, hilarious, and unforgettable graphic memoir—adapted for audio—about a Mexican-American boy’s family and their adventure-filled road trip to bring their abuelito back from Mexico to live with them.

Pedro Martín has grown up hearing stories about his abuelito—his legendary crime-fighting, grandfather who was once a part of the Mexican Revolution! But that doesn't mean Pedro is excited at the news that Abuelito is coming to live with their family. After all, Pedro has 8 brothers and sisters and the house is crowded enough! Still, Pedro piles into the Winnebago with his family for a road trip to Mexico to bring Abuelito home, and what follows is the trip of a lifetime, one filled with laughs and heartache. Along the way, Pedro finally connects with his abuelito and learns what it means to grow up and find his grito.

Curiosity and exploration of self through a youthful POV and adventure.

Our 7yo just loves this audiobook and it's the first one she keeps asking for. it's made our own travel adventures more enjoyable. The characters are so vivid and easy to keep up with through great performances. laughter and tears are quite alright with us when there's this much to gain from. it's not just for Mexikids! Not just for kids. it's good family fun.

Well done!

My son enjoyed the story, and audio he’s followed along with the actual book, twice. He got a special kick that one if the characters shares name.

Loved it!

Decided to read this book as the author mentioned my hometown, which called my attention. So glad I read it, it was such a sweet read that I thoroughly enjoyed.

Relatable

Well written and brings me back to my childhood, even though we're different generations. Great intro for kids learning about their Mexican heritage. we've listened to it twice, and I'm pretty sure they're going to ask for a third time!