Aniana del Mar Jumps In
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Twelve-year-old competitive swimmer Aniana del Mar keeps her swim practices secret from her mother, who has never recovered from losing someone to the water, until sudden stiffness and swollen joints reveal a diagnosis of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. As her mother forbids her from swimming, Ani must grieve who she once was to become who she's meant to be. This novel in verse is a moving choice for students because it explores chronic illness, family secrets, and resilience with honesty and hope.
Publishing Details
Author : Jasminne Mendez
Author Nationality : United States
Physical Details
Type of Book: Chapter Book
Cover: Softcover
Pages: 384
Size: 8.3 x 5.5 inches
Year Published: 2024
Instructional Details
Reading Grade Level: 4th
Genre: Fiction
Sub-Genre: Realistic Fiction
Theme: Family, Identity, Illness
