The Moon Within

"Celi Rivera’s life is crowded with confusion – about menstruation, her first crush and her best friend’s gender identity. To complicate matters, her mother is insisting on an embarrassing Mexica moon ceremony to celebrate Celi’s first period. Told in illuminating first-person verse, Aida Salazar gives voice to this 11-year-old’s journey of discovery and acceptance as she takes control and embraces her life. This coming-of-age story overflows with joy, heart and soul. (For ages 8 to 12)"