Lucas and the Capoeira Circle -- Joana Pastro, Hardcover Mind & Spirit The first time we met

The first time we met

and what dogs smell on the street

Study its original context and embrace its timeless relevance

Then the ultimate tragedy strikes

Missing Momma beautifully reminds kids that a family's love endures even on days that aren't picture perfect

Lucas and the Capoeira Circle -- Joana Pastro, Hardcover Mind & Spirit The first time we metA young boy who loves the Brazilian martial art of capoeira drums up his courage for a moving up ceremony in this vibrant and inspiring book about never losing one's inner spirit. Tchik. Tchik. Tchik Tchik BOOM! Lucas loves capoeira, the Brazilian martial art that combines music, dance, and acrobatics. He's been practicing his moves all week for his batizado his moving up ceremony where he'll get his capoeira nickname. But today, Lucas has the nerves!