When the Stars Came Home
A 2023 Horn Book Fanfare title • A Center for the Study of Multicultural Children’s Literature Best Book of 2023 • A CCBC Choices Best Book of 2023
★ "A moving portrait about discovering what home means."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
★ "Highly recommended.”—School Library Journal, starred review
★ “Luby’s lyrical text and Donovan’s vibrant…illustrations combine to powerfully convey universal themes about change and the strength of family.”—Horn Book, starred review
A heartwarming look at how the comfort of tradition and story can create a true sense of belonging, told through an Indigenous lens.
When Ojiig moves to the city with his family, he misses everything they left behind. Most of all, he misses the sparkling night sky. Without the stars watching over him, he feels lost.
His parents try to help, but nothing seems to work. Not glow-in-the-dark sticker stars, not a star-shaped nightlight. But then they have a new idea for how to make Ojiig feel better — a special quilt stitched through with family stories that will wrap Ojiig in the warmth of knowing who he is and where he came from. Join this irresistible family as they discover the power of story and tradition to make a new place feel like home.
# of Pages: 40
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Language: en
ISBN: 9780316592499
Brittany Luby and Natasha Donovan are the dynamic duo behind the powerful graphic novel, When the Stars Came Home. Luby is an Anishinaabe writer and scholar who has dedicated her career to exploring the history and experiences of Indigenous peoples in North America. She has a PhD in History from York University and has published numerous academic articles and books. Donovan, on the other hand, is a Métis illustrator and artist who has a strong passion for storytelling through art. She has illustrated several award-winning books and has a deep understanding of the importance of representation and diversity in literature. Together, Luby and Donovan bring their unique perspectives and talents to create a beautifully crafted and impactful story in When the Stars Came Home.