A Shelter In Our Car
Appropriate Age Range:
5-10
What this book is all about:
A child and her mom who immigrated to America from Jamaica experience life while living in their car and supporting and loving each other.
Why you might want to read it:
Your child will learn empathy for unhoused individuals and about the strong bond of love between parent and child.
3 questions for you to ask yourself after reading it:
Why are Zettie and her mom living in their car?
Zettie experiences bullying from some kids at her school, what could you do if you saw someone being bullied at your school?
What can our family do to help people who don't have a home?
Additional Notes
This book contains some scary moments such as police yelling at Zettie's mom, and Zettie becoming separated from her mom. Also, it references the death of Zettie's dad.