I love this book so much! I think this book would be wonderful to use in the classroom. It is such an easy read and I couldn't put it down once I started it. This book also involves the topic of divorce, separation, and living with another family member. These are common situations that children in my classroom might be going through. I'm sure it would help such students cope so much by reading this book and realizing they aren't the only one going through a similar situation. I really liked the descriptive words used throughout the book. I felt as if I could really feel what Naomi and the others were going through. An example of this descriptive language is "as I wheeled Owen around the trailer park loop, a troublesome feeling tiptoed after me like a lurking shadow "(p.87). Naomi was such an unique character. I loved how she made lists about practically everything. The author incorporates so much cultural information throughout the book. A child reading this book could learn so much about the Mexican culture. I really enjoyed the detailed information about Las Posadas and La Noche de los Rabanos. I think the author did a great job at avoiding stereotypes. This isn't the perfect book with the perfect ending. Naomi is not a typical child - she makes lists of everything and carves soap. Owen was very unique and intelligent, despite his handicaps. I can't wait to read more from this author!