
Star of Luís is a poignant historical fiction chapter book set just after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. It follows Luís, a Mexican American boy, as he moves with his mother from Los Angeles to rural New Mexico to meet her extended family. During his stay, Luís uncovers a deeply kept family secret: their Jewish heritage, hidden due to historical prejudice. This discovery forces Luís to confront complex questions of identity, belonging, and the impact of discrimination, making it an excellent book for discussing cultural identity, family history, and the challenges faced by minority groups during wartime. It's a story of self-discovery and understanding one's roots.
Just after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, a Mexican American boy goes with his mother from Los Angeles to New Mexico to meet her family for the first time, and, while there, he discovers his family's hidden Jewish heritage.