Felita

by Nicholasa Mohr, Ray Cruz (Illustrator)

Overview

Felita's parents promise she will love their new neighborhood. Only Abuelita, her grandmother, understands how much Felita will miss her old block, and her best friend Gigi. But her new neighbors taunt and tease Felita and her family because they are from Puerto Rico. First published twenty years ago, Felita's compelling story has resonance for kids today.

"An honest, realistic view of an important aspect of contemporary American life." —The Horn Book

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780141306438
Publisher:	Penguin Young Readers Group
Publication date:	07/19/1999
Edition description:	REPRINT
Pages:	112
Product dimensions:	5.08(w) x 7.71(h) x 0.33(d)
Lexile:	580L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Nicholasa Mohr has written many books, primarily aimed towards young adults, and has won numerous awards for her writing.

Editorial Reviews

Felita moves with her close-knit Puerto Rican family to a new neighborhood in New York City; in the second book, Felita's visit to Puerto Rico is full of surprises. Ages 8-12. (Sept.) Copyright 1999 Cahners Business Information.

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