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1. I threw my books on the bed and approached the jacket slowly, as if it were a stranger whose hand I had to shake. I touched the vinyl. 2. sleeve, the collar, and peeked at the mustard-colored lining. From the kitchen mother yelled that my jacket was in the closet.
“The Jacket” by Gary Soto. My clothes have failed me. I remember the green coat that I wore in fifth and sixth grade when you either danced like a champ or pressed yourself against a greasy wall, bitter as a penny toward the happy couples.
Jan 1, 1986 · As a fifth grader, from his viewpoint the jacket, or his “little ugly brother,” becomes the source of whispers, bad rumors, and many of his problems. At least, that is, in his fifth-grade mind. Soto writes the story with a little bit of dry humor, wit, and deep reflection into how he sees the world.
Mar 5, 2024 · The short story "The Jacket" by Gary Soto tells the story of a young boy named Victor who is given a jacket by his mother that he initially dislikes but grows to appreciate as it becomes a symbol of his mother's love and sacrifice.
Mar 5, 2024 · In Gary Soto's short story "The Jacket," the protagonist, a young Latino boy named Juanito, experiences the challenges of poverty and discrimination as he navigates his way through adolescence. This poignant tale sheds light on the struggles faced by marginalized communities and the impact of societal prejudices on individual lives.
Aug 23, 2020 · The Jacket by Gary Soto Audio Reading. Kevin Oldfield. 132 subscribers. Subscribed. 155. 22K views 3 years ago. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance...
A reading of the short story "The Jacket" by Gary Soto. Taken from a selection featured in Mirrors and Windows text, published by EMC Publishers, 2012.
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