Facts of Life: Stories

by Gary Soto

Hardcover, 2008

Library's review

Readers follow the poignant stories of 10 Latino teenagers as they struggle with adolescence and identity. Each chapter provides a rare glimpse of self-efficacy as the teens confront challenges and learn from pivotal events.

Tags

NCSS Standards Theme--Power-Authority-Governance, NCSS Standards Theme--People-Places-Environments, NCSS Standards Theme--Individual Development and Identity, Contemporary Concerns

Genres

Collection

Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People

Publication

Harcourt Children's Books (2008), Edition: 1, 192 pages

Description

Children and teens from all walks of life deal with the dramas of growing up.

Awards

Américas Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature (Commended Title — 2009)
NCSS/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People (2009)
El día de los niños / El día de los libros (2013)

Language

English

Original language

English

ISBN

0152061819 / 9780152061814

DDC/MDS

454

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