For a lot of teens, the best story is a true one. These autobiographies and memoirs don't disappoint.
These memoirs and novels, some written in verse, focus on the experiences of young migrant workers.
There is nothing like a good whodunnit! Some of these are hilarious; others are chilling.
Novels in verse are a great genre for ELLs and reluctant readers. These books tell all kinds of stories, from the arrival of Holocaust refugees to the shores of Cuba to the coming of age of a young woman following 9/11.
The poems in these collections capture moments and feelings that young people can relate to easily about love, loss, family, friendship, and the age-old question of adolescence: Who am I?
The famed quinceañera celebration, similar to a "Sweet 16," is a rite of passage for young Latina women.
From the basketball court to the baseball diamond to the soccer net, these stories capture the highs of winning, the lows of losing, and the love of the game — especially when it's all you've got. Recommended for grades 7-12.
These short stories pack a punch! From traditional tales written for an older audience to the comings and goings of kids growing up on the U.S.-Mexico border, these stories create a world unto themselves in an accessible — and short!
Beloved author Gary Soto's prolific work includes novels, plays, poetry, and essays.
Anything can happen in the summer — and for these young Latinos, anything does!