The school year is almost over, and the seniors are buzzing with excitement, looking forward to the spring musical, prom and graduation. A college recruiter from a top performing arts school will watch this year's musical and award a scholarship to one of the four graduating students: Sharpay, Ryan, Kelsi,or Troy.

Pulga has his dreams. Chico has his grief. Pequeña has her pride. And these three teens have one another. But, none of them have illusions about the town they've grown up in and the dangers that surround them. Even with the love of family, threats lurk around every corner. And when those threats become all too real, the trio knows they have no choice but to run: from their country, from their families, from their beloved home. Crossing from Guatemala...

While preparing a book which highlights the people and traditions of the diverse culture found in Albuquerque, a group of seventh-graders discover interesting things about their city and families.

After experiencing a devastating earthquake, the spirit of a charming and vibrant Mexican neighborhood might be shaken, but it cannot be broken. As a little girl and her dog embark on their daily walk through the city, they skip and spin to the familiar sounds of revving cars, clanking bikes, friendly barks, and whistling camote carts. But what they aren't expecting to hear is the terrifying sound of a rumbling earthquake ... and then ... silence....