Estelita's Experiences and Aspirations

The story follows Estelita, a young girl navigating her identity between home and school. At home, she is Estelita, but at school, she is Stella. Her mother, who speaks Spanish and dresses conservatively, contrasts with the other mothers. Estelita dreams of wearing colorful clothes. She enjoys school and is excited about the upcoming May parade, where she wants a multicolored tulip costume. Her aunt helps create the costume, and during the parade, Estelita feels different but proud. She wishes her mother could speak English and fit in more, but ultimately, she embraces her unique identity. The story concludes with Estelita and her mother sharing family stories, highlighting the sweet and sour nature of being different.

What is Estelita's name at school?

• Ella

• Stella

• Estelita

• Estelle

What does Estelita aspire to wear when she grows up?

• Uniforms

• Traditional outfits

• Colorful clothes

• Black dresses

How does Estelita feel about her school?

• She dislikes it

• She is indifferent

• She enjoys it

• She is scared of it

What does Estelita eat slowly at home?

• Lime sherbet

• Chocolate

• Cookies

• Ice cream

Who helps Estelita with her tulip costume?

• Her friend

• Her aunt

• Her teacher

• Her mother

What makes Estelita feel different during the parade?

• Her shoes

• Her hairstyle

• Her costume

• Her makeup

How does Estelita's father react to her costume?

• He smiles

• He frowns

• He ignores it

• He laughs

What does Estelita wish for her mother during the parade?

• To sing

• To wear makeup

• To speak English

• To dance

What does Estelita realize about being different?

• It's easy

• It's fun

• It's challenging

• It's boring

What does Estelita's mother tell her about their family?

• They are from Italy

• They are famous

• They have no history

• Her father was a sea captain