Pat Mora Ms .De La O English 9
Get to know Pat- Born on January 9, 1942 in El Paso, Texas Mexican Revolution Bilingual home/attended an English-speaking school Mexican heritage was unwelcomed at school
Pat Mora Rediscovered Mexican heritage and biculturalism through writing Has written 40 + pieces of literature Won 10 adult book awards, 7 young adult awards, and 58 children’s book awards
Pat Mora Themes Family Desert Diversity Mexican-American culture
Pat Mora’s Poetry Style Free verse and rhyme Incorporates Spanish words into English text Graceful repetition Colorful language Love and Respect