The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. I just love movies that encourage people to take a chance, to overcome fear, and do what is best for themselves. Reading this book was just the same. Arnold Spirit is the story of a Native American who tired of the ways and stagnant life on the reservation takes a chance and enrolls in a school for whites. At first he has many problems not being accepted but eventually ends up getting the respect from his classmates. At the same time he has to deal with his own people who feel betrayed by him. Stories like this teach us about taking a chance even when everything around you is against you and most importantly, to never settle for less than what you think you deserve and can do!
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