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One night young Amada overhears her parents whisper of moving from Mexico to Los Angeles where greater opportunity awaits. As she and her family journey north, Amada records in her diary her fears, hopes, and dreams for their lives in the United States. Amada learns that with her family’s love... read more
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Dear Diary, I know I should be asleep already, but I just can't sleep.
Authors & Contributors edit
- Amada Irma Pe?rez (Author)
Awards edit
- Pura Belpré Award (2004: Author, Honor)
Subjects edit
- Books › Children's Books › People & Places › Social Issues › New Experiences
- Books › Children's Books › People & Places › Family Life › New Experiences
- Books › Children's Books › People & Places › Multicultural Stories › Hispanic & Latino
- Books › Children's Books › Ages 9-12
- Books › Children's Books › Literature
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