![]() Julia Alvarez’s thoughts on her own history influencing into Before we were Free. From renowned author Julia Alvarez comes an unforgettable story about adolescence, perseverance, and one girl’s struggle to be free. ![]() Using the strength and courage of her family, Anita must overcome her fears and fly to freedom, leaving all that she once knew behind. But by her 12th birthday in 1960, most of her relatives have emigrated to the United States, her Tío Toni has disappeared without a trace, and the government’s secret police terrorize her remaining family because of their suspected opposition of el Trujillo’s dictatorship. To read our thoughts on the novel, see our book review.Īnita de la Torre never questioned her freedom living in the Dominican Republic. You can also find a Spanish version of this same guide here. The complete guide is available for download at no cost: Vamos a Leer Educator’s Guide: Before we were Free. The standards are not included here, but are included with each section of the lesson plans in the PDF. ![]() ![]() ![]() The following information comprises a standards-based educator’s guide that the LAII has produced to support using Before we were Free (Julia Alvarez, Knopf Books, 2002) in the classroom. Educator’s Guide: Before We Were Free by Julia Alvarezīefore We Were Free by Julia Alvarez is the selection for the LAII’s Vamos a Leer book group meeting held on March 5, 2012. ![]()
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