My Havana

A parent might reach for this book when their child is grieving the loss of a home, friends, or a familiar way of life after a big move. This gentle memoir, based on a true story, follows a young boy named Dino who must leave his vibrant, beloved Havana, Cuba, for a new and unfamiliar life in New York City. The book beautifully validates feelings of sadness, loneliness, and displacement, while also highlighting the strength found in family love and personal resilience. It's a poignant and hopeful story for children ages 7 to 11, offering reassurance that it's possible to build a new home while carrying your old one in your heart.