Niño longs to take part in the annual harvest fiesta. He wants to wear a glorious mask and be the hero who captures the villainous jaguar during the ceremonial race. His parents think he's too young, but that won't stop him. Maybe if he makes his own mask, he'll have a chance to shine.

Acclaimed author/artist Jeanette Winter beautifully incorporates Mexican motifs and traditions, as well as Spanish words, into her empowering, magical tale of a young boy who makes his own dream come true