Camping Out

Backyard camping turns into a test of nerves for CJ and his friend Aldo. CJ teases Aldo for being afraid of the dark, yet he would rather die than admit that he feels the same fear. The Spanish text names him Carlos Javier and describes him setting off to camp with his friends.

The short story follows two boys whose friendship is tested when pride gets in the way of honesty. It is written for young readers who are learning that everyone gets scared sometimes.