by Daniel Zuniga Gonzalez (Author) Sunshine Gao (Illustrator)
A beautifully illustrated graphic novel that explores what it means to belong in Mexico and in America, and doing what it takes to survive and thrive.
Born in the US, Daniel's family moves back to Mexico when he is 9 years old. Despite looking like his peers, Daniel struggles with being accepted in his new environment. Daniel's story is presented in both English and Spanish, the two languages of Daniel's youth.
Una novela gráfica bellamente ilustrada que explora lo que significa pertenecer a México y Estados Unidos, y hacer lo que sea necesario para sobrevivir y prosperar.
Nacido en los Estados Unidos, la familia de Daniel regresa a México cuando él tiene 9 años. A pesar de parecerse a sus compañeros, a Daniel le cuesta ser aceptado en su nuevo entorno. La historia de Daniel se presenta tanto en inglés como en español, los dos idiomas de la juventud de Daniel.
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Gr 3-8--Born in the United States, Daniel is nine when his family decides to move to Mexico, where his roots are. He frustratingly tries to fit in. Throughout, he is caught between the two cultures. The bilingual text is written in Spanish and English, representing the two languages that Daniel doesn't feel quite at home in. The story realistic and poignant, and balanced by the captivating illustrations. Teens will identify with the teen's struggle to understand his family's past and Mexican cultural traditions. He does not always understand them or what they signify. Readers see Daniel grow as he eventually returns to his birth country when he turns 15. Gao's light line is fluid, just like the protagonist's dance between cultures. The smudged watercolorlike art is presented across varying and dynamic panels that will engage readers. All of the characters identify as Mexican. VERDICT This heartfelt book will stay with readers. Purchase for all bilingual collections.--Aurora Dominguez
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