The Circuit: A Graphic Memoir
Written by Francisco Jimenez
Illustrated by Celia Jacobs
Published by Clarion Books
An honest and evocative account of a family’s journey from Mexico to the fields of California–and to a life of backbreaking work and constant household moves–as seen through the eyes of a boy who longs for education and the right to call one place home.
A popular choice for community reads, as well as school curricula and curriculum adoptions, Francisco Jiménez’s award-winning memoir, now brought to life in Celia Jacob’s beautiful and resonant artwork, is a powerful story of survival, faith, and hope.
To view the chapter book edition, visit The Circuit.
Primary ISBN: 9780358348214
Publication Date: March 2024
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook
Graphic Novel, Memoir, Age 08 or older
Community Represented: Mexican/Mexican American
Themes: Accolades & Awards: Starred Review, Discrimination: Immigration Status, Family Relationship: Parents, Format: Graphic Novel, Immigrant: Economic, Immigrant: Undocumented, Migrant/Seasonal Worker, Own Voices/Lived Experience, Setting: US/Mexican Border Crossing
Setting: Mexico (Guadalajara), United States
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Immigrant
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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