A Sky of Paper Stars

Name: A Sky of Paper Stars
ISBN: 9781250843883

by Susie Yi

For the child navigating new social situations or feeling a little out of place, this graphic novel beautifully explores finding your voice and building meaningful connections.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child is the quiet new kid, struggling to find their voice and make friends in an overwhelming new environment. This gentle graphic novel follows Yuna, a shy Korean American girl who feels invisible after moving to a new town. She finds it hard to speak up, but she expresses her rich inner world through her amazing talent for origami. It’s through sharing her paper creations that she begins to form a fragile friendship with a classmate named Chloe. The story beautifully explores themes of loneliness, the courage it takes to share your true self, and the ups and downs of making a new friend. It's a perfect, comforting read for ages 8-12 that visually captures the anxiety and hope of finding where you belong.

Art & Creativity Loneliness & Belonging Self-Confidence & Identity Making Friends Friendship & Social Friendship & Loyalty Being Different Creativity & Imagination

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Deals with loneliness, social anxiety, and a temporary friendship conflict.

Sensitive Topics

The book deals directly with social anxiety and the feeling of being an outsider, portraying it with gentle realism. Yuna's Korean American identity is seamlessly integrated into her character and family life. The resolution to her social struggles is hopeful and empowering, earned through small, brave steps.