mexican americans

Diego keeps getting into trouble because of his explosive temper until he finally finds a probation officer who helps him get to the root of his anger so that he can stop running from his past.

Discusses a work of literature about patriarchy in Sandra Cisneros's the house on Mango street through the lens of the major social issue reflected, as well as a variety of perspectives on the literary work and the social issue being discussed.

Two teenaged boys with very different lives find that they share a common bond--fathers they have never met who left when they were small boys--and in spite of their differences, they become close when they each need someone who understands.

A collection of short stories giving voice to the vigorous and varied life on both sides of the United States-Mexican border.

A brief biography of activist and founder of the United Farmer Workers, Cesar Chavez, that chronicles his childhood, military service, and efforts to help poor farm workers in their fight for civil rights.

A poem eulogizing the Mexican American labor activist Cesar Chavez and his work helping organize migrant farm workers.

An overview of immigration from Mexico to the United States and Canada since the 1960s, when immigration laws were changed to permit greater numbers of people to enter these countries.

A history of the Mexican American community in the U.S., including changes in the last few decades, and, political and economic achievements.

Perspectives on the challenges faced by Mexican immigrants, from their earliest experiences in America until today, and insight into the accomplishments of noted Mexican immigrants.

Hoping to impress a sexy female classmate, fifteen-year-old Carlos secretly hires gay student Sal to give him an image makeover, in exchange for Carlos's help in forming a Gay-Straight Alliance at their Texas high school.