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     Spanish Literature Circles 2002



Fifth graders are reading the book Emilio by Julia Mercedes Castilla in Spanish class.



The book is in English with many Spanish words and phrases. It is about a boy from El Salvador who comes to the U.S. only speaking Spanish. Students are discussing the book in literature circles. Each child made a hat in art class to wear during their discussion times. The role they are taking on in their group is labeled on the hat in Spanish.