An all too relevant story for our region and time. Victor lives in a small village in Mexico where he supports his mother and three younger siblings by growing corn, but when he can no longer make money from that, he decides to do the unthinkable- go north, into America. Victor's innocence and dedication is heart warming. As he runs into the worst people imaginable on his journey, his true character reveals itself.
Regardless of your feeling about illegal immigration, this is a very good survival story and shows just how far one will go to ensure his family will survive. A tale full of adventure and heartache, triumphs and let downs. But it is quite evident how the author feels about illegal immigration and the "barbaric" nature of both Americans and Mexicans when it comes to crossing the border. If you don't wish to see the other side of this issue, you may not like this book.
Although the size and vocabulary of the book is good for elementary kids, the subject and issues introduced would be good for older kids as well.
-Jenny
Regardless of your feeling about illegal immigration, this is a very good survival story and shows just how far one will go to ensure his family will survive. A tale full of adventure and heartache, triumphs and let downs. But it is quite evident how the author feels about illegal immigration and the "barbaric" nature of both Americans and Mexicans when it comes to crossing the border. If you don't wish to see the other side of this issue, you may not like this book.
Although the size and vocabulary of the book is good for elementary kids, the subject and issues introduced would be good for older kids as well.
-Jenny
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