Stella Diaz Never Gives Up

I read Stella Diaz Never Gives Up by Angela Dominguez for consideration for our one book, one school program. The book description says, "Stella gets a big surprise when her mom plans a trip to visit their family in Mexico! Stella loves marine animals, and she can't wait to see the ocean for the first time . . . until she arrives and learns that the sea and its life forms are in danger due to pollution. Stella wants to save the ocean, but she knows she can't do it alone. It's going to take a lot of work and help from old and new friends to make a difference, but Stella Díaz never gives up!"

This was a nice read. It was a little young for the type of books I usually read for my own interest so I didn't LOVE it, but it was a sweet story with likable characters that I think kids would relate to. There was some good diversity in there and good messages about taking care of our planet and not being wasteful with plastic. I did think there were a few times I questioned the author's vocabulary use (like Stella using the word mustn't), which didn't seem realistic, but that was just a small detractor to the book. I think my son may enjoy this series when he's a little older.

Rating: * * (2/3 = Liked it)