Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna Ages 13 to 18 I was too excited to

I was too excited to say that little speech

warning against the "tranquilizing drug of gradualism" and the "fierce urgency of now"--the need to resist the status quo and take immediate action towards a culture of equality and justice remains a steadfast priority in the black community

the man she is desperately trying to avoid falling in love with

how a girl's dreams can be used against her -- and what it takes to fight back

and environmental neglect—his wisdom speaks to everyone

Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna Ages 13 to 18 I was too excited toA tale of one family's perilous journey to cross the U. S. border during the Mexican Revolution that is every bit as relevant and heartbreaking today It is 1913, and twelve year old Petra Luna's mama has died while the Revolution rages in Mexico. Before her papa is dragged away by soldiers, Petra vows to him that she will care for the family she has lefther abuelita, little sister Amelia, and baby brother Luisitountil they can be reunited. They flee