Becoming Naomi Leon
By Pam Munoz Ryan
Published by Scholastic Press (2004)
Pages: 246
Genre: Multicultural, Family
Disclaimer: Incredibly cute book
Naomi and her little brother, Owen, live with their great grandma in a trailer next to an avocado orchard. her little brother was born with some birth defects and it makes him a little different. One day a strange lady comes and claims to be their mother, which she is. They have not heard not heard from their mother for several years. She wants to take Naomi to Las Vegas with her and her boyfriend to get government money. To get away from their mother they go to Mexico to find their dad.
This was such a sweet story. I thought the author did a great job developing the characters and allowing them to progress through the story, especially Naomi. I loved the way she changed and grew. I also really like the idea of positive thinking. Reading this book also gave me a desire to learn to carve. I would recommend this book to anyone.
Other Books by Pam Munoz Ryan:
- Esperanza Rising
- Paint the Wind
- Riding Freedom
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