About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is processing a sense of unfairness in the world or struggling to find their voice during a period of family separation. It is an ideal bridge for children who feel overwhelmed by big emotions and need to see how art and silence can be powerful forms of resilience. This story follows Mari, a Japanese American girl living in an incarceration camp during World War II, who chooses a 'nest of silence' until her brother returns from the front lines. Through a unique blend of prose and graphic novel illustrations, the book explores the deep bonds of siblings, the pain of systemic racism, and the quiet strength found in creativity. It is a heart-wrenching yet hopeful choice for middle grade readers (ages 8 to 12) that provides a safe space to discuss historical injustice and the bravery of staying true to oneself when the world feels broken.
