![]() ![]() These teachable moments were also perfect for the adults in the novel. What I enjoyed most about these creative plans is that Higuera utilizes them as teachable moments not only for Lupe but also for readers. Lupe is creative in the ways that she plots to get out of doing square dancing. Lupe is on the right track until she finds out that in order to make an A in gym class she must square dance. At the start of the novel she is determined to maintain getting all A's so that she can meet her hero Fu Li Hernandez who is also Chinacan/Mexinese. Lupe Wong, the main character, has the heart and spirit of a social activist determined to carve out spaces for herself and others. Lupe Wong Won't Dance is an interesting look at the woes of middle school while addressing hard hitting topics like racism, gender roles, bullying, grief, and dealing with the loss of a loved one. ![]() I've been waiting for my chance to read this book for a while! The premise sounded like it was going to be interesting and different from some middle grade that I've read before. ![]()
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