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Mariza Montes’s tale follows third‑grader Maritza Gabriela Morales Mercado as she navigates the challenges of a Northern California classroom. Each day, the relentless bully tests her patience, forcing Maritza to confront her emotions and find ways to stay calm. At home, she strives to keep Spanish alive, while at school she speaks English, dealing with the cultural tug‑of‑war that shapes her young life. Through humor and resilience, Maritza discovers how family support and self‑control can help her thrive in a bilingual environment.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Marisa Montes
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