Read about the author, Celia C. Perez Listen to her interview interview with Kelly McEvers on NPR’s All Things Considered! What It’s About: Malú, the daughter of divorced parents from two different cultures, struggles to understand her identity. She doesn’t want to be a SuperMexican professor like her mom; she prefers to be punk like her dad — a white, music-loving guy who lives above his record store. When her mom moves them to Chicago and away from her father, a popular girl at her new school taunts Malú for not being Latina enough, using the derogatory term “coconut.” Fortunately, Malú befriends a group of nice kids. They start a punk band and audition for the school’s talent show, calling their band “The Co-Cos,” taken from the rude “coconut” label which they decide to embrace. But when they try out for the talent show, they are faced with an unexpected obstacle threatening to undo all their efforts. --Brightly review (revised) Also, check out her latest book a 2023 Pura Belpre Honor Book called Tumble What it's About by Penguin Random House: A 2023 Pura Belpré Author Honor Book Twelve-year-old Adela “Addie” Ramírez has a big decision to make when her stepfather proposes adoption. Addie loves Alex, the only father figure she’s ever known, but with a new half brother due in a few months and a big school theater performance on her mind, everything suddenly feels like it’s moving too fast. She has a million questions, and the first is about the young man in the photo she found hidden away in her mother’s things. Addie’s sleuthing takes her to a New Mexico ranch, and her world expands to include the legendary Bravos: Rosie and Pancho, her paternal grandparents and former professional wrestlers; Eva and Maggie, her older identical twin cousins who love to spar in and out of the ring; Uncle Mateo, whose lucha couture and advice are unmatched; and Manny, her biological father, who’s in the midst of a career comeback. As luchadores, the Bravos’s legacy is strong. But being part of a family is so much harder—it’s about showing up, taking off your mask, and working through challenges together.
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This afternoon, our Library Book Clubbers met with author Rosanne Parry via Zoom to discuss, A Wolf Called Wander. What a treat it was to watch our student lead the Q&A! Students asked Mrs. Parry a wide range of questions about life as an author, her writing and research process as well as specific storyline questions. Mrs. Parry thoughtfully responded from her Oregon tree house office elaborating on the true story of OR-7 and the current status of the American wolf. I am super proud of how our Mustangs politely and enthusiastically interacted with Mrs. Parry and I'm looking forward to our next Library Book Club in Spring 2021! Go Mustangs!
Calling all students in grades 4-6! Love books? Want to get together with other book loving buddies to discuss a common novel, participate in optional, related activities and meet the author?! If so, please consider joining our first MUS Library Book Club! We will read 1 book per season (Fall, Winter and Spring) and we will meet at least 3-4x per book to discuss, create and prepare ourselves for our special Zoom, "Meet the Author" session. First Library Book Club Meeting - November 10, lunch time. Fall Book: A Wolf Called Wander, by Roseanne Parry (based on a true story...watch video below!) A New York Times bestseller! “Don’t miss this dazzling tour de force.” —Katherine Applegate, Newberry Medal winning author of The One and Only Ivan This gripping novel about survival and family is based on the real story of one wolf’s incredible journey to find a safe place to call home. Swift, a young wolf cub, lives with his pack in the mountains learning to hunt, competing with his brothers and sisters for hierarchy, and watching over a new litter of cubs. Then a rival pack attacks, and Swift and his family scatter. Alone and scared, Swift must flee and find a new home. His journey takes him a remarkable one thousand miles across the Pacific Northwest. Inspired by the extraordinary true story of a wolf named OR-7 (or Journey), this irresistible tale of survival invites readers to experience and imagine what it would be like to be one of the most misunderstood animals on earth. This is a gripping and appealing novel about family, courage, loyalty, and the natural world. Interested? Reserve your spot by filling out the registration form below.
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