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Sin azúcar

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Sin azúcar es una novela conmovedora que sigue a una niña insulinodependiente que aprende a controlar su diabetes mientras lidia con los altibajos de la infancia. Sintiéndose diferente y a veces aislada, se embarca en una aventura inesperada con dos vecinos: una niña china cuyos padres no hablan español, y un niño que cuida de su hogar mientras su madre lucha contra la depresión. A través de sus experiencias compartidas, la protagonista descubre la empatía, la resiliencia y los hilos invisibles que conectan a las personas a través de las diferencias. Es una historia conmovedora que combina salud, identidad y amistad de una manera que conecta profundamente con los jóvenes lectores.

English Description:

Sin azúcar is a heartfelt novel that follows a girl who is insulin-dependent and learning to manage her diabetes while navigating the ups and downs of growing up. Feeling different and sometimes isolated, she embarks on an unexpected adventure with two neighbors—one, a Chinese girl whose parents don’t speak Spanish, and the other, a boy caring for his home while his mother battles depression. Through their shared experiences, the protagonist discovers empathy, resilience, and the invisible threads that connect people across differences. It’s a moving story that blends health, identity, and friendship in a way that resonates deeply with young readers.

Publishing Details

Author : Daniela Márquez Colodro

Type of Spanish : Authentic

Physical Details

Type of Book: Chapter

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 208

Year Published: 2014

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 9th-12th

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Fiction, Realistic Fiction

Theme: Social Issues, Social Emotional, Illness, Identity, Friendship, Adventure, Asian American, Disabilities, Community

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