Friday, March 20, 2009

Facts of Life Stories by Gary Soto - OPTIONAL


Soto, Gary Facts of Life Stories, 176 pgs. Hartcourt, 2008.

Language - PG, Sexual Content - PG; Violence -PG

HS – OPTIONAL

In this collection of stories, we are introduced to a number of Latino tweens and teens taking their first steps into adulthood. From dealing with the divorce of one’s parents to facing prejudice, these characters have their values tested.

While I appreciated the focus on young Latino characters, I felt the stories were awkward and incomplete.

Jennifer Rodriguez - YA Librarian

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