Mexican-American author Gary Soto draws on his own experience in this heartfelt, award-winning short-story collection that explores Latinx identity.

From crooked teeth, ponytailed girls, and embarrassing grandfathers to annoying brothers, Little League tryouts, and karate lessons, Soto writes about everyday life with humor and empathy. With a glossary of Spanish terms included, this moving collection--an ALA Best Book for Young Adults, Booklist Editors' Choice, and Horn Book Fanfare Selection--expresses the universal truths of growing up.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
Published: 04/01/2000
ISBN: 9780152025670
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.20lbs
Size: 7.50h x 5.00w x 0.40d

Review Citations: Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2000 pg. 312 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2000 pg. 312 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 5931 / Baseball in April and Other Stories
Reading Level: 5.1 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 4