Along The Tapajos

Caua and Inae are a brother and sister who live in a small community along the Tapajos River in Brazil. Here, the homes are on stilts and everyone travels around by boat-even to school! When the rainy season comes, they must leave their village and relocate to higher ground for a while. But after moving this year, Caua and Inae realize they’ve left behind something important: their pet tortoise, Titi! Unlike turtles, tortoises can’t swim, and Caua and Inae are really worried. So the pair sneaks back at night on a journey along the river to rescue him. Will they be able to save Titi?

This picture book, first published in Brazil, offers kids a unique look into the lives of children who live along Brazil’s beautiful Tapajos River.