The Alternative: Bridge

Patrick Jones (Author)
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M10358
Product Type: Paperback Books
Age Groups: Ages 13 to 15, Ages 16 to 18

José can't keep up. As the only English speaker in a family of undocumented immigrants, he handles everything from taking family members to the doctor to bargaining with the landlord. Plus he works two jobs. With all this responsibility, he's missing a lot of school. When he does make it, he falls asleep in class.

José can't keep up. As the only English speaker in a family of undocumented immigrants, he handles everything from taking family members to the doctor to bargaining with the landlord. Plus he works two jobs. With all this responsibility, he's missing a lot of school. When he does make it, he falls asleep in class. José knows he has to turn things around if he wants to graduate from Rondo Alternative High School. Can he raise his grades enough to have a shot at college and a better life? Or will he be forced to drop out of school for good?

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SKU M10358
ISBN 9781467744829
Language English
Product Type Paperback Books
Primary Contributor Patrick Jones
Age Groups Ages 13 to 15, Ages 16 to 18
Publisher Lerner Publishing Group