The Nation's Choice: Theme Paperbacks on Level Theme 5 Grade 6 Jaime Escalante - Softcover

Houghton Mifflin Company

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0618062866 ISBN 13: 9780618062867

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin School, 2001

Synopsis

Presents the life of the Bolivian-born teacher who immigrated to the United States where he inspired and motivated his inner city students to excel in mathematics.

About this title

From School Library Journal

Gr 6-9--Ganas, or the desire to succeed, explains Escalante's inspiring achievement as an exceptional teacher. Byers traces the life of this native Bolivian who early on showed mechanical aptitude and an ability to absorb advanced mathematics and physics. He overcame economic and political obstacles to become a high-school instructor in La Paz, but started again at ground zero when he immigrated to the U.S. in 1963. The sheer determination, discipline, and hard work he displayed in establishing his career are the same qualities he has always demanded from his students. The 1988 film Stand and Deliver brought Escalante's methods and accomplishments with inner-city youth from Los Angeles into the national spotlight. Interviews and speeches are among the sources the author draws upon, and humorous examples show Escalante's creativity. Average-quality black-and-white photos present the subject, his family, and pupils. Young people will relate to the many anecdotes in this book that illustrate Escalante's dedication to helping others learn.

Janet Woodward, Franklin High School, Seattle, WA

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Edition details

• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin School
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0618062866
• ISBN 13: 9780618062867
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128