Teenagers should read "The Bronx Masquerade" because it teaches valuable lessons about dealing with life's challenges and being true to oneself. By exploring characters who find strength in sharing their stories and identities, readers can learn important coping skills and embrace their own authenticity without fear or shame.
In "The Bronx Masquerade," Diondra creates a self-portrait to express her feelings and experiences. This text is shown in “Yeah, it’s definitely time to try a self-portrait”. I think I’ll paint myself in front of an easel. With a basketball jersey sticking out of the trash. Then I could hang it in Mr. Ward’s classroom. See if anybody notices.” This shows teenagers that they can use creative outlets, like art, as coping
