About This Book
In "3 Keys," Mia Tang, a resilient sixth grader, continues her journey navigating the complexities of running a motel with her immigrant parents. This installment sees her grappling with a demanding teacher, the constant pressure of financial instability, and the terrifying prospect of a new immigration law that could upend everything. The book explores themes of justice, family loyalty, perseverance, and finding one's voice in the face of adversity, making it a powerful read for middle-grade children.
Mia Tang's sixth grade year complicated by a hard-to-please teacher, financial setbacks at her parents' motel, and a looming immigration law that threatens to derail her entire life.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How does Mia balance her responsibilities at school with helping her family at the motel?
2
What are some of the "keys" Mia uses to unlock solutions to her problems?
3
How does the book show the importance of community and working together?
4
If you were Mia, what would be the hardest part of dealing with the new immigration law?
5
How does Mia's relationship with her teacher evolve throughout the story?
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NYT Bestseller
Children’s Middle Grade Hardcover (1 week on list)
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