Esperanza Rising

Only half way into this novel, I absolutely love Esperanza Rising. It has opened my mind to a culture, language, and journey that I am not familiar with. When reading this book, mainly Aesthetic questions, ideas, and emotions came to mind. I really felt for Esperanza when her father passed away as I could not imagine how horrible of a feeling that would be. And then to lose your house, memories, belongings, and be forced to move to the United States where you will then live in poverty rather than enjoying the finer things in which you have always been used to. I think this book is a great one to expose middle school children to because it shows unfortunate events to a very blessed young girl and shows others to not take advantage of what you have and to cherish your relationships rather than material belongings.