![]() ![]() The plot is purposive, with messages about the historical connections between migrant workers today and the Indians' displacement, the Underground Railroad, and earlier immigrants seeking refuge. This timely novel, torn right from the newspaper headlines, conveys a positive message of cooperation and understanding. This timely novel, torn right from the newspaper In a novel full of hope, but with no easy answers, Julia Alvarez weaves a beautiful and timely story that will stay with readers long after they finish it.Īn NCS-CBC Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social StudiesĬommunicates in compassionate and expressive prose the more difficult points of perhaps the most pressing social issue of our day. Can Tyler and Mari find a way to be friends despite their differences? Her family lives in constant fear of being discovered by the authorities and sent back to the poverty they left behind in Mexico. ![]() Are they undocumented? And what about the three daughters, particularly Mari, the oldest, who is proud of her Mexican heritage but also increasingly connected to her American life. ![]() Tyler isn't sure what to make of these workers. This Description may be from another edition of this product.Īn award-winning, moving, and timely story about the families of undocumented workers by renowned author Julia Alvarez.Īfter Tyler's father is injured in a tractor accident, his family is forced to hire migrant Mexican workers to help save their Vermont farm from foreclosure. ![]()
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