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Fresno State Library

Reflection Three for Skippyjon Jones

This analysis was accomplished in April 2024 using the following prompt template.

Analysis Summary

This text is eye catching to students and it is intriguing to many. Children may want to read the book because it is a pretty book. Although it portrays a negative image of mexicans by lack of true representations of Mexico. For example Mexico being represent like the apparence of a desert.

Impact Assessment

All of our focal students are of hispanic descent. This book can portray a negative self image to the students and make them feel bad about themselves.

Alternative Texts

¿Qué Puedes Hacer con una Paleta? (What Can You Do With a Paleta?) - This book depecipts Hispanic culture. The book is vibrante colorful and children would actually enjoy the book. The book celebrates and does not push down against Mexican culture. It pushes forwards doing whatever you please with popsicles.

Guiding Questions

  1. How is the language more vibrant in the book What Can You Do With a Paleta compared to Skippyjon Jones?
  2. How is there a positive outlook in Spanish is my Superpower compared to Skippyjon Jones?
  3. How can students connect with the book Where are You From compared to Skippyjon Jones?