- Chiapas is in Mexico. It has many mountains.
- My grandmother could not read or write.
- My mother wanted to go to school.
- Many girls in Chiapas have a hard time studying.
- Women often work in farms or stores.
- Many women earn little money.
Difficult words
- mountain — A large natural landform that rises high.mountains
- grandmother — The mother of your father or mother.
- school — A place for learning and education.
- girl — A female child or young person.girls
- woman — An adult female human.women
- farm — A place where crops are grown or animals are raised.farms
- money — A medium of exchange for buying goods.
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think education is important for girls?
- What challenges do women face in your country?
- How can we help girls go to school?
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