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A Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Book
A NCTE Notable Children’s Book in the Language Arts
The moving poems in this timely, bilingual book for young readers are written in both Spanish and English and are told from the point of view of Jorge, a young immigrant from Mexico who struggles to make a new life in a new country. Poignant and powerful, this award-winning title is a thought-provoking choice to share with children at home or in the classroom, and is an ideal book for children who are learning a new language or navigating between languages.
Jorge is trying to learn the ways of his new country on the other side of the river from his home in Mexico. He wants to fit in at school, but he doesn’t want to forget his homeland. His family is still doing things as if they’re in their old country, but Jorge is curious to find out everything he can about his new country. Learning a new language, getting a library card, taking tests, and making friends are challenges for Jorge. And just when Jorge finds a new friend in Tim, his life changes once again. Author Jane Medina and illustrator Fabricio Vanden Broeck bring Jorge to life in this timeless, accessible tale.
Publisher : WordSong; Bilingual edition (October 1, 1999)
Language : English
Paperback : 48 pages
ISBN-10 : 1563978423
ISBN-13 : 978-1563978425
Reading age : 7 – 10 years
Lexile measure : AD530L
Grade level : Kindergarten – 5
Item Weight : 8 ounces
Dimensions : 8.56 x 0.2 x 11 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book thought-provoking and an excellent addition to any classroom library. They say it’s relevant for today’s classroom and great for elementary reading. Readers also appreciate the powerful poems.
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