Sometimes...

By John Seidlitz and Hugo Ibarra

Children's literature is broadening its horizons with the publication of Sometimes, a story about a familyimmigrating to the U.S. Written by Texas elementary school teacher Hugo Ibarra and expert ELLeducator John Seidlitz, Sometimes is based on first-hand stories from their students and parents as wellas Ibarra's own experience immigrating to the U.S. at 25.Published by Canter Press, the publisher of Seidlitz Education, the leading provider of staffdevelopment and training materials for teachers of English learners, Sometimes comes straight fromthose who know how to teach immigration best. English and Spanish language editions help start atimely conversation about immigration, emphasizing the importance of adult encouragement forchildren in a time of transition.Written for 4-8 year olds, Sometimes follows the journey of Andr?s and his sister, Clara, as theyimmigrate from Mexico to the United States. They see many strange sights for the first time -- the borderfilled with cars, a strange U.S. town -- and wonder why they had to leave their mother behind. AsAndr?s starts at a new school, he receives encouragement from a beloved teacher, buoying his hopesuntil he and his sister are finally reunited with their mother.Teaching a valuable lesson about holding on to hope, the book shows the impact of the courage,strength and hope parents and teachers provide to help children through a time of uncertainty. A storyof a family's close bond above all, Sometimes is relatable for any child.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0692598227
• ISBN13: 9780692598221
• Release Date: December 2015
• Publisher: Canter Press
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 2.10 lbs.