Kalak lives with his family in a part of the world where the nests are old, the roofs are all damaged, the earth is dry, and there is never enough food. One day, they decide to leave everything behind, and fly off to a new part of the world... Kalak's Jouney helps readers understand what it's like to leave your home and country with the hope of a new life, encouraging them to think about their own identity and what it would feel like to move some place completely different. Don't miss the booktrailer Read the first pages: Guided Reading Level: M, Lexile Level: AD 600


María Quintana Silva was born in Madrid, Spain. After receiving a degree in Audiovisual Communications, she embarked on a voyage taking her to Argentina, Italy, and now Canada. She speaks four languages and enjoys writing stories that help improve the world. Marie-Noëlle Hérbert is a Canadian illustrator who currently resides in Montreal. Largely self-taught, she obtained an AEC in Advertising Illustration at Salette College. She has also studied History of Art, scriptwriting and creative writing, and 3D imagery and CGI. Kalak’s Journey is her first picture book.