Baseball in April and Other Stories - Available in English or Spanish
Written by: Gary Soto
Junior High and High School Grades
"In this collection author Gary Soto tells 11 short stories about everyday problems of growing up as a latino adolescent. Latinos in central California are the focus of the stories, but the events are typical of young teens anywhere in the United States. The main characters try out for Little League teams, take karate lessons, try to get the attention of the opposite sex, and are embarrassed by their grandparents' behavior. These day-to-day events reveal the sensitivity, humor, and vulnerability of today's young people. The descriptions and dialogue are used to advantage, helping to create and sustain the mood. A glossary of Spanish terms is included. Young readers should easily identify with the situations, emotions, and outcomes presented in these fine short stories."
School Library Journal Review
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