Author (last name first):
Anzaldua, Gloriea
Publisher, Date of Publication:
Children's Book Press/1997
Grade Level/ or Age Level:
3rd-4th
Classification: Fiction
The book Friends from the Other Side is a bilingual fiction that is based on two different cultures with in the same Latin culture its self. Joaquin, who was born on the other side of the Rio Grande River, which is the Mexican- U.S border, crossed the river with his family because of the low social economic situation in his country. Joaquin and his family begin to notice the same hardship here in the United States while trying to make a better live for themselves. Two children from the same Latino culture become friends after noticing their social status. The author informs and uses realist situation that take place with in the Latin families daily living circumstances that are not part of the American culture.
This book is a good prediction book and gives lots of information to be used for a DLTA. Also, this book contains good vocabulary in Spanish and could also be used as a read aloud for students. Any child who understands Spanish in English can read and enjoy the marvelous story. The book is second to fourth grade age appropriate. The illustrations are eye appealing to any age group. The colors and details that are presented in this book are fabulous and could be picture read. The pictures in this book show a sense of pride for the Mexican heritage and children who read this book will feel it after reading it.
Reviewed By: Florencio Barron (Midwestern State University Student in Dr. Linda Prieto's Class)
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