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Shy, artistic third grader Stella Díaz, who emigrated from Mexico to Chicago, is self-conscious about her accent and occasional English blunders. She's also worried about being in a different class than best friend Jenny. Supportive family members and teachers help Stella build self-confidence. Lively black-and-white illustrations showing elements of Stella's day-to-day bicultural life and of her imagination add dimension to a rich narrative.