Los Melones: pgs. 81-99
In this Chapter, Esperanza and her family reach California where they have come to work. Esperanza tries to feel the land's heartbeat, like she learned from Papa, but cannot. Esperanza also meets Marta, a worker from another camp who is not impressed by Esperanza's background and asks her if she is a princess who has come to be a peasant. Marta is not kind to Esperanza, and warns her that nobody will be her servant around here. You are meeting new characters and getting to know Esperanza even better.
Your assignment:
Click on the Voki link below and create an open-minded portrait of Esperanza. Watch the example of Ramona (Mama) and use this to guide you in this process. Once you create Esperanza, you will need to insert text for her to speak. You should include details about Esperanza's attitudes, beliefs, and thoughts about her journey. Write at least three sentences. You may also connect with Esperanza in some ways!
Use this video to help you create your Voki!
5R3: In literary texts, compare and contrast two or more characters, settings, and events, drawing on specific details in the text. (RL)