The Girl Who Wanted to Fly / La Niña que Quería Volar

<p>In a land of rain and red soil a young girl named Pendo dares to dream beyond her village. From frog jars to debate trophies from heartbreak to hope <em>The Girl Who Wanted to Fly / La Niña que Quería Volar</em> traces one girl's journey through childhood identity and resilience across languages landscapes and expectations. Told in lyrical bilingual text this coming-of-age story by Kenyan-born Spain-based author Brenda Bonuke Bogonko invites readers into Pendo's world of small joys and quiet courage. With warmth humor and honesty Brenda crafts a tender portrait of a girl learning not just to rise but to fly. Perfect for ages 9+ this bilingual chapter book is ideal for classrooms family reading and anyone who's ever wondered if they were meant for more.</p>