About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is navigating the complicated emotions of a family divorce or feeling self-conscious about being different from their peers. After moving from New York to Vermont following his parents' split, ten-year-old Miguel is trying to fly under the radar. But when his vibrant, Spanish-speaking Tía Lola arrives from the Dominican Republic, her colorful clothes and loud personality make him feel even more out of place. This heartwarming story explores how we define home and the beauty of embracing a heritage that makes us stand out. It is a gentle, sophisticated look at cultural identity and family resilience, perfect for children ages 8 to 12 who are learning to balance two different worlds.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book handles divorce and the father's absence with a realistic, secular approach. It captures the specific ache of a parent moving on to a new life. The resolution is hopeful but grounded: the parents remain apart, but the family unit expands to include extended kin.
