In this engrossing Depression-era story, 10-year-old Bud sets out to find his father—and learns along the way that staying positive is his ticket to a better future! Written with equal parts hope and humor, this page-turner will challenge and engage independent readers and is perfect for inspiring discussions about everything from history to race. You get 4 copies of the book, plus 5 read-along CDs. Paperback book by Christopher Paul Curtis is 210 pages.