Sputnik’s Guide to Life on Earth

Prez uses lists to keep track of life, especially as his grandfather becomes increasingly forgetful. When his grandfather can no longer care for him, Prez moves to a foster family in the country. With Sputnik, an alien who appears as a dog, Prez must prevent Earth’s destruction. Their task involves finding Prez’s imprisoned grandfather and identifying ten things worth seeing or doing. The story connects foster care, family separation, lists, and an urgent mission to save the planet.