About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is processing a difficult separation or questioning why the world sometimes feels unfair. Based on the author's own childhood, this moving story follows Estela as her family is torn apart by deportation. It captures the quiet ache of a missing parent and the confusing reality of borders that divide people who love each other. While the subject matter is heavy, the focus remains on Estela's growing agency and her determination to be heard. It is a powerful tool for building empathy in children who have not experienced family separation, and a deeply validating mirror for those who have. Parents will find it provides a gentle but honest framework for discussing social justice, civic engagement, and the enduring strength of family bonds across any distance.
