Esperanza, the main character in Esperanza Rising, turns thirteen at the beginning of the novel.
On the day before her thirteenth birthday, Esperanza’s entire life changes. When the teenage
years officially begin at age thirteen, children are sometimes given certain privileges associated
with approaching adulthood or are expected to take on new responsibilities. This tradition is
called coming-of-age. Many novels that you will read during the next few years will address this
theme of growing up and learning to respond like an adult. There are other things that can
change people’s lives, though. Experiences like making a new friend who introduces you to new
ideas, foods, or experiences; getting a new job; experiencing a family tragedy; and moving to a
new town or country all change people’s lives drastically.
You will have the chance to fill out this life changing events chart on your own about events in your own life. We will then share and make a group chart as a class on google classroom.
JOURNAL QUESTIONS- To be answered before we read Chapter 1.
1. What do you value most in life? If you could only choose three valuable items, what would be on your list?
2. If someone is different from you, is it okay to treat them differently? Why or why not?
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