Stella Diaz 12-13

Stella Diaz Has Something to Say

Chapter 12-13

Stella's dad says, "You know I'd do anything for you guys," but Stella and Nick don't seem to believe it. Using a T-chart, list the things Stella's dad has done, and compare it to all of the things Stella and Nick wish he had done or would do. How is her dad doing at meeting their needs?

Albondigas

In Chapter 13, Stella tells Nick that she is upset baout being an alien (not being an American citizen). He says, "Aliens are just people from different places, and different places can be awesome. Can you imagine if we were born here? If we weren't Mexican, Mom wouldn't know how to make albondigas!"

Open Ended

Can you imagine how boring it would be if we were all from the same place? Think about all the wonderful things that are from other countries. Type something that you love that is originally from another country.