Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan

How would you describe Esperanza's feelings as Isabel departs for school?

Las Ciruelas (Plums)

Pages 139-157

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Isabel gives Esperanza some last minute advice for taking care of the Pepe and Lupe as she boards the bus for her first day of school. For the first time, Esperanza is responsible for taking care of the babies as well as preparing dinner for everyone who is working during the day. This feels overwhelming but Esperanza is up to the challenge.