My Name Is Maria Isabel by Alma Flor Ada

My Name Is Maria Isabel

Alma Flor Ada with K. Dyble Thompson (Illustrator)

64 pages first pub 1993 (editions)

fiction middle grade inspiring lighthearted slow-paced

Description

Well-known author Alma Flor Ada explores a problem and theme common among children in multicultural settings. Maria Isabel is hurt when her teacher decides to call her Mary to distinguish her from two other Marias in the class. Maria is proud of h...

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Community Reviews Summary of 40 reviews

Moods

hopeful 100%
lighthearted 100%

Pace

slow 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.59

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