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Name: Any Small Goodness
Rating: 3.5 (2 reviews)
Author: Tony Johnston

Set in the East Los Angeles barrio, "Any Small Goodness" follows Arturo and his family and friends as they experience everyday adventures. Themes include reclaiming identities, the joy of basketball, championing a school librarian, and the surprises of forming their own gang. The novel highlights ethnic community life, family dynamics, and the shared challenges of growing up in a vibrant city neighborhood.

First publish date: 2001

Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers

Authors: Tony Johnston

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