Because of Miguel
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One evening, Miguel was reading a book that Mrs. Rodriquez sent home for the class to read and practice. “Mama, what is this word and this word?” Miguel asked. “I don’t know, mi hijo. Go next door to Mrs. Torres. She can help you, I’m sure.” his Mama replied. At first, Miguel didn’t understand why Mama would tell him to see Mrs. Torres. Then a little grin lit up his face. He figured it out and he would help.
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About the Book
Because of Miguel is a story of a young Hispanic boy, Miguel, who is entering school and can’t wait to learn how to read. Once at school, Miguel, realizes that learning to read takes time and patience. As he is learning the basics of learning to read, he notices that his Mama never reads the mail, his school notes, or his bedtime stories. Papa seems to take care of it all. Then all of a sudden it comes to him…his Mama can’t read in English. Miguel then takes it upon himself to try and teach his Mama how to read. This is a warm-hearted and poignant story that brings to light a real issue that many immigrant people may face when coming to this country. Learning another language, especially reading it, can prove difficult. This story shows that with love and determination, a little boy can do just that…help his Mama learn to read.
About the Author
Born in Brooklyn, New York and raised and educated in New Jersey, Julie Eller seemed to always find enjoyment in working with children. Their honesty, creativity, energy, and playfulness have always made her want to be part of their world. What better way to do that; but for her to become an educator. Julie Eller’s undergraduate and Master’s degrees in Education and Reading prepared her to spend her entire professional career teaching elementary school along with being an adjunct professor in student teaching for The College of New Jersey. Julie Eller claims to have had a passion for reading and writing beginning at an early age and which continues today. She shares that she is able to find a story in just about anything that is part of her life or in things that interest her. Her other interests include floral designing and gardening as part of being in a garden club. She also enjoys watercolor painting, sewing, golf, and spending time with her family, especially at the beach where she continues to find stories that need telling.