You Are Here: Connecting Flights

Reach for this book when your child is beginning to notice social dynamics rooted in race or identity, or if they are feeling isolated by their own unique background. This middle grade anthology, set entirely within a busy airport during a storm, follows twelve different Asian American children as their paths cross in unexpected ways. It is a powerful tool for navigating feelings of 'otherness' and building the confidence to stand up for oneself and others. Through various perspectives including East Asian, South Asian, and Southeast Asian experiences, the stories tackle microaggressions, cultural pride, and the quiet bravery found in everyday connections. It is a realistic, compassionate, and hopeful choice for ages 8 to 12, offering a mirror for Asian American youth and a window for all children to understand the weight of prejudice and the beauty of solidarity.