Finding Home

Description

A powerful social-emotional picture book about friendship and courage in the face of hardship. When Conejo's house blows away in a storm, his friends and neighbors take turns helping him look for it. Though they do not find his house, they each send him on his way with good cheer and small gifts. Conejo is grateful for their support, but still finds himself sitting with sadness for some time. When the rain clears, Conejo finds the courage to rebuild. He fills his new home with the memories, love, and support he collected from his friends along the way.

Esteli Meza is an illustrator living in Mexico City. She grew up surrounded by books, and her love for illustration began when she attended la Feria del Libro Infantile with her father. At an early age, she was fascinated with artwork found in the pages of books. She studied Design and Visual Communications with a specialization in Illustration at UNAM. Esteli especially enjoys stories that celebrate women and cultures around the world. These days Esteli spends her days drawing in her Mexico City neighborhood -- she is always happiest with her notebook, pencil, chocolate pastry and cafecito.