
Family/School/Community Adela’s Mariachi Band
Denise Vega
Adela loves her family’s mariachi band, yet she is not a member. Because everyone else in her family performs, she worries she lacks what it takes to join them. As she persists, Adela discovers her own voice and something distinctive to contribute. The story follows her determination to belong in the family band and connects music-making with family, confidence, and perseverance as she works toward taking part in performances.
This book appears on 4 reading lists across 2 editions from 4 organizations.


