Missing Chapter

Students imagine and write a “lost chapter” that could fit naturally into Esperanza Rising. They choose a point in the story where the chapter could be added, create a title, and write a detailed scene using sensory details and dialogue. Finally, they conclude with a sentence connecting their chapter to one of the novel’s major themes. This creative assignment strengthens narrative writing skills, deepens engagement with characters, and reinforces understanding of themes like family, resilience, hope, and social justice.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Creative Writing

Narrative Structure and Detail

Thematic Understanding

Character and Setting Development

This worksheet is part of our Esperanza Rising Worksheets collection.