Jazmin has just arrived in California from El Salvador. Her mother prepares her by visiting her school ahead of time, but she is still nervous because she does not speak any English. Her homeroom teacher mispronounces her name, and she does not understand what people are saying to her. Eventually, though, she is able to demonstrate her ability to play soccer, and she makes a friend who begins to teach her English. Written in first person by Jazmin and illustrated with photographs, this book deals with going to a new school and learning a new language all at the same time.
Reading level: age 8-11 years