Book Title: Something Happened to My Dad: A Story About Immigration and Family Separation
Book Description: In this realistic and empowering tale, Carmen learns that through community and love, she can find strength in herself and maintain her connection with her Papi, who has been detained because of his immigration status. One day her Papi vanishes. She is sad and scared when she learns he has been detained because he is an undocumented immigrant from Mexico. Carmen’s family keeps Papi’s detention a secret, fearing that they might be judged negatively. As Carmen's community becomes aware of their situation, they rally around her family. Carmen learns she can find strength in herself and maintain connection with Papi.
Publisher: American Psychological Association, Magination Press Children's Books
