Thirty Minutes Over Oregon

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the weight of a past mistake, or when you want to explore how a sincere apology can heal even the deepest wounds. This narrative nonfiction work tells the incredible true story of Nobuo Fujita, a Japanese pilot who bombed Oregon during World War II, and his decades-long journey to return to the site and ask for forgiveness. It is a profound meditation on shame, reconciliation, and the courage it takes to say sorry. While set against the backdrop of war, the focus is entirely on the human capacity for growth and peace. For children ages 6 to 11, it provides a masterclass in restorative justice. You might choose this book not just for its historical value, but to show your child that no bridge is ever burned forever if one has the bravery to walk back across it with an open heart.