Despite having plenty of reasons to be sad, there's always a smile on Ignacio's face thanks to the incredible stories his grandpa tells him. He's always dreaming about amazing places like Nuba , a country whose people are always happy. But unfortunately, there's an enemy on the horizon in the land of laughter: the Lord of Noise, who threatens to destroy the happiness of the kingdom once and for all...La risa de Ignacio is a poignant tale that celebrates the joy of living despite the hurdles we must overcome along the way, reminding us that fun and bravery can build a world full of love and hope. Lexile Level 690L