Voices from the Gaps: Nicholasa Mohr
Click on the Georgetown Interview link at this site to read Nicholasa Mohr’s thoughts about writing. She says, "I have to write from my own experiences, but I always hope readers can share these experiences and become more aware of other peoples' struggles, and thereby make connections with each other through my writing." What connections can you find between Hector’s experiences and your own? Note your thoughts in the Web Links Activity Log.

The History of Your Shoes
This site exploring the history of footwear shows how and why styles have changed over the years. With a partner, write the text and find or create illustrations for a page that could be added to this site, one dedicated to modern styles. Be sure to explain why certain styles came into fashion and why others are considered out of style by your peers. You might include an illustration of Uncle Luis’s shoes from the story.