El Barrio
School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
No. of pages 32
Published: 2009
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"El Barrio" by Debbi Chocolate explores the vibrant and challenging life in a Latino neighborhood in New York City. The story follows a young girl, Maria, who navigates the complexities of her community, family expectations, and her own dreams. As Maria struggles with the pressures of school and her desire to express her identity through art, she finds solace and support in her friends and family. The narrative weaves themes of culture, resilience, and empowerment, showcasing the strength of community ties and the beauty of embracing one's heritage amidst adversity. Through Maria's journey, readers gain insight into the rich tapestry of urban life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US kindergarten-3rd grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.
There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by Henry Holt & Company .
Eve Bunting and David Diaz are the creators of Smoky Night, which was awarded the Caldecott Medal. They both live in Southern California.
Latino People in literature
Hispanic People in literature
United States in literature
City Life And Town Life in literature
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Georgia Children's Book Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Georgia Children's Book Award.