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Mama’s Nightingale

Mama’s Nightingale

Written by Edwidge Danticat

Illustrated by Leslie Staub

Ages 5–8 Picture book

When Saya’s mother is held in immigration detention, recorded bedtime stories help them stay connected. Saya joins her father in telling their family’s story to seek her release.

Why We Love It

We love how Saya and her father use their voices to advocate for her mother’s release. Storytelling helps the family stay close and helps others understand the harm of their separation.

Things to Know

Includes detention and family separation. The quick release in the story is not an outcome every family experiences.

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