Interview with Sandra Cisneros
In this interview, Sandra Cisneros discusses how she weaves Spanish words and phrases into her stories. Find examples of Spanish words in "Only Daughter" and explain the technique Cisneros uses to provide readers with their meaning. Does she provide English translations or can the reader guess the meanings from the context? Record your response in the Web Links Activity Log.

Las Mujeres: Sandra Cisneros
This article from Publisher's Weekly discusses Cisneros' desire to convey the Latina experience in her writing. Journalist Jim Sagel writes, "Universal as her themes are, Cisneros knows her characters live in an America very different from that of her potential readers." With a small group of classmates, discuss what is universal in "Only Daughter" and what is unique to the Mexican American culture.

Súper Onda
Súper Onda is "The Zine for Hispanic Youth with Purpose!" Explore the site, enjoying sections on school, the future, life, and just plain fun.