See You in the Cosmos

Eleven-year-old Alex lives with his mother, who has mental illness and needs a lot of alone, quiet time, while Alex must fend for himself. Alex absolutely loves space and he sets out with his beloved dog for New Mexico to launch his golden iPod into space, complete with messages for alien races, and along the way travels with an array of unusual people dealing with their own personal issues. The novel deals with love, friendship, and family dynamics, in simple, straightforward language suitable for grade 4-7 students.