My Very Own Room: Mi Propio Cuartito - Amada Irma Perez

Bilingual English/Spanish. Five brothers, two parents, and a house full of visiting relatives make a young Mexican American girl feel crowded. Five little brothers, two parents, and a house full of visiting relatives make a young Mexican American girl feel crowded . She loves her family, but how can she get a little space of her own? This delightful memoir of a California childhood, by Amada Irma P rez, sparkles with exuberance and wit.Renowned painter Maya Christina Gonzalez brings the captivating scenes to life with bold colors and whimsical details. My Very Own Room gently teaches a valuable lesson about the strength of family and the importance of dreams.