Under the Shadow of Wings

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the realization that they cannot 'fix' a loved one's challenges or protect them from every hardship. Set in 1944 Alabama, the story follows eleven-year-old Tattnall as she navigates her deep bond with her older cousin, B.B., who has intellectual disabilities. While Tattnall's instinct is to shield him from the world's judgment, she must eventually learn the painful but necessary lesson of letting go. It is a quiet, moving exploration of empathy and the transition from childhood innocence to a more complex understanding of family responsibility. This historical novel is ideal for readers aged 8 to 12 who are beginning to notice the nuances of neurodivergence and the limitations of their own influence over others.