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High Hopes
By Dubosarsky, Ursula
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-67083-560-7
- Publisher
- Ringwood, Vic., Australia ; Viking, 1990.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on September 1, 1991
Gr 4-6 Because her lovable Argentine father, George, speaks English unreliably and her grandmother refuses to use it at all, motherless Julia has assumed an unusual burden of responsibility. Her father's language deficiencies lead to problems at the family deli, however, so Julia arranges for a tutor for him. Far from resisting lessons, George suddenly seems ready to study with the winsome Anabel non-stop. With growing alarm, Julia watches Anabel giggle her gawky way into their live...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
