Esperanza Rising
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2000 · Est. 4.5 hour read

Esperanza Rising

Written by Pam Muñoz Ryan

A privileged girl must adapt to harsh labor camp life during the Great Depression.

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262 pages· 41,873 words· Est. 4.5 hour read· 750L
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Bookroo's summary

Esperanza's world shatters when tragedy forces her from a life of luxury in Mexico to a labor camp in California. Facing the Great Depression's harsh realities, she must navigate financial struggles and cultural challenges. As her mother falls ill and labor strikes loom, Esperanza must find strength to overcome adversity and protect her family. Can she rise above her circumstances and forge a new path?

From the publisher

Esperanza and her mother are forced to leave their life of wealth and privilege in Mexico to go work in the labor camps of Southern California, where they must adapt to the harsh circumstances facing Mexican farm workers on the eve of the Great Depression.

Awards

Americas Honor (2000)Jane Addams Children's Book Award (2001)
At a glance
Format
Pages
262
Words
41,873
Reading age
10–14
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
750L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.3
F&P level
~R
Scholastic level
V
AR points
6
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
44286
Publication
Published
July 1, 2012
First published
October 1, 2000
Publisher
Scholastic
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780439120425
OCLC
48124078

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