The Roosevelt High School Series
This popular series by Gloria L. Velásquez features a multiracial group of teenaged students who must individually confront social and cultural issues (such as violence, sexuality, and prejudice) that young adults face today.
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Juanita Fights the School BoardISBN: 978-1-55885-115-3, $9.95, AR Quiz #35017 When Juanita's dreams of being the first in her family to graduate from high school are thwarted by an expulsion, the young Mexican-American girl enlists the help of a lawyer and a counselor to fight discrimination at her alma mater.
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Maya's Divided WorldISBN: 978-1-55885-131-3, AR Quiz #35006 Maya's well-ordered and productive high school life receives an unwelcome jolt when her parents announce their impending divorce. How Maya copes with this blow and the reaction of her friends and family to her disorientation make for engrossing reading in this second installment of the series. "The author does a nice job of giving readers a window into the culture and providing some positive role models." —Booklist |
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Tommy Stands AloneISBN: 978-1-55885-147-4, $9.95, AR Quiz #47862 The third novel in the series focuses on the difficult issue of a young man's struggle with his sexual orientation—a conflict made more difficult by his family's traditional Hispanic expectations. "Velásquez has written an engaging story that will help teens, gay and straight, to better understand the consequences of homophobia." —Booklist
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Rina's Family SecretISBN: 978-1-55885-233-4, $9.95, AR Quiz #35008 This compelling novel portrays, with realism and compassion, one young adult's experience with domestic violence and her attempts to keep it a secret from her friends. "[This is] a powerful story . . . recommended for public and school libraries." —VOYA "[This book is] both strong and complete enough to stand on its own." —Booklist |
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AnkizaISBN: 978-1-55885-309-6, $9.95, AR Quiz #47660 When an interracial couple begins to date, they're mildly surprised (in ways good and bad) by the unexpected reactions of some of their friends. "The author tackles a powerful social issue with compassion and honesty. A good discussion starter with a satisfying ending." —Kirkus Reviews |
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Teen AngelISBN: 978-1-55885-391-1, $9.95, AR Quiz #85593 Celia is a beautiful young girl on the brink of her sophomore year of high school. But when Celia discovers she is pregnant, problems spiral around her. What will happen when her fellow students at Roosevelt High find out? "The characters and situations are true to life . . . this book would be an excellent choice for classroom discussions and for reading groups." —VOYA "[This is] one of the best young adult novels on the market today. It is difficult, hopeful and loving." —New Pages |
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Tyrone's BetrayalISBN: 978-1-55885-465-9, $9.95, AR Quiz #110766 In this seventh novel, Tyrone must deal with his feelings of anger and betrayal as the son of an alcoholic, absentee father while struggling to fulfill his dream of attending college. "This book will hold teens' attention, especially reluctant readers." —School Library Journal "The credible characters along with the well-developed . . . plot also make for entertaining and inspiring reading. [This series] provides not only positive role models but also constructive ideas for resolving social and cultural issues often facing multiracial teens." —Voya |
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Rudy's Memory WalkISBN: 978-1-55885-593-9, $9.95 Rudy juggles everything going on his senior year at Roosevelt High School, including a relationship, decisions about college, and his grandmother's recent Alzheimer's diagnosis. "Educational and at the same time compelling, the novel raises teenagers' awareness on [Alzheimer's]." —Kirkus Reviews |
