The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros

The narrator of the story is Esperanza Cordero who lives under two cultures, Mexican and American. The novel deals with the story of a teen girl growing up in an hispanic neighborhood and the struggles she faces while growing up.Ī wide array of themes has been depicted in the novel ranging from wanting to change her life for the better, to gender discrimination, discovering oneself to experiencing adolescence and lastly understanding the sense of belonging a little better. Written by Mexican-American novelist Sandra Cisneros, 'The House On Mango Street' is a classic novel.Ĭited as a landmark novel on Chicano literature this esteemed novel won the American Book Award. Anyone using the information provided by Kidadl does so at their own risk and we can not accept liability if things go wrong. Kidadl cannot accept liability for the execution of these ideas, and parental supervision is advised at all times, as safety is paramount. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family. We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We strive to recommend the very best things that are suggested by our community and are things we would do ourselves - our aim is to be the trusted friend to parents. At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world.

The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros