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Teaching My Parents Collect Bottles for a Living

My Parents Collect Bottles for a Living

Jessica's parents collect bottles to recycle for money. For a long time, Jessica felt embarrassed to share this fact with others. She writes about different reactions and her feelings when she finally shares this detail about her life.

Jessica Yauri
Youth Communication

ESSENTIAL QUESTION:

What is the value of sharing the truth about yourself with others?
STANDARDS:

DEPTH OF KNOWLEDGE (DOK) LEVELS:

2,3
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