The Circuit: Stories from the Life of a Migrant Child
Who is Miss Scalapino from The Circuit: Stories from the Life of a Migrant Child and what is their importance?
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Miss Scalapino was Francisco's first teacher after he moved to California. She encourages Francisco to speak English, and only uses English when speaking to him. She also encourages his artistic expression and awards him a blur ribbon for the best drawing.
The Circuit: Stories from the Life of a Migrant Child