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Book Synopsis: A young readers’ companion to the adult memoir Kid Quixotes by Stephen Haff.
Narrated by one extraordinary ten-year-old girl, this inspiring memoir tells the story of a daughter of Mexican American immigrants who finds her voice through the power of words and performance of Cervantes’ Don Quixote.
When a shy girl named Sarah Sierra first joins an after-school program in her neighborhood, she never expects to travel back in time and discover the words of Miguel de Cervantes. But at Still Waters in a Storm, a teacher named Stephen and a group of kids have pushed together tables piled high with books so they can gather round to talk about and translate Cervantes’ classic, Don Quixote de La Mancha. They begin to reimagine Don Quixote—the story of an idealistic dreamer from Spain who traveled around trying to right the world’s wrongs—as the story of a group of modern-day kids from immigrant families in Brooklyn.
The stories the kids write in class become a musical play—expressing the plight of today’s immigrants and using Quixote as inspiration. And Sarah, once very shy, soon will play the leading role as Kid Quixote.
Perfect for fans of I Am Malala, Dear America, and The Freedom Writers Diary, this stirring true story will inspire you to imagine, to speak up, and to sing out.
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Are you ready to embark on an incredible literary journey that will ignite your imagination and touch your heart? Introducing "Becoming Kid Quixote: A True Story of Belonging in America". This captivating memoir, written by Stephen Haff, is a must-read for young readers seeking inspiration and a sense of belonging. Follow the remarkable journey of Sarah Sierra, a daughter of Mexican American immigrants who discovers her voice through the power of words and the performance of Miguel de Cervantes' Don Quixote.
Imagine being transported back in time, where tables piled high with books become your sanctuary, and discussions about Don Quixote de La Mancha become the catalyst for self-discovery and empowerment. At Still Waters in a Storm, Stephen and a group of kids come together to reimagine Don Quixote, transforming it into a modern-day tale that resonates deeply with today's immigrant families in Brooklyn. As the kids write their stories and express their experiences through a musical play, they find their own identities in the folds of Quixote's heroic quest.
If you're a fan of books like "I Am Malala", "Dear America", and "The Freedom Writers Diary", then "Becoming Kid Quixote" is the perfect addition to your collection. This inspiring true story will fuel your imagination, compel you to speak up for what you believe in, and encourage you to sing out your own unique story to the world. Join Sarah Sierra as she takes on the leading role of Kid Quixote, proving that dreams have no boundaries, and that even the most unassuming individuals can achieve greatness.
Don't miss the opportunity to experience the transformative power of "Becoming Kid Quixote: A True Story of Belonging in America". Discover the magic of words, the strength of community, and the significance of finding your place in the world. Embrace your own journey of self-discovery and empowerment by grabbing your copy today!
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