In this rhythmic and tender story perfect for fans of Last Stop on Market Street, an eager young boy and his grandmother journey far beyond their neighborhood to go to the grocery store.
Antoine's belly GROWLS him awake. But it's okay, today is the day he and Nana go to the grocery store Antoine knows the trip will be long, but can he subside his excitement--and hunger--long enough to make it through? Perhaps Nana will have just what he needs to keep going. Back matter includes information on food deserts in the United States and a glossary of Haitian Creole words.