HELENA FLIES NORTH

<p><strong style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>HELENA FLIES NORTH</strong></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(1 0 0 1)>Forced to leave the only home she knows Helena a young migrant hummingbird sets on a life-changing journey. The story begins with a goodbye to her beloved Abuela who must stay behind. An adventure ensues as Helena and her parents set on migration. During this trip Helena must overcome her fears and turn her trauma into resilience. In this compelling story about family unity and perseverance children learn important lifelong lessons.</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(1 0 0 1)>Dr. Charissa D. Pizarro is a Latinx Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Registered Play Therapist with over 20 years of experience working with diverse clinical populations. She has devoted her career to working with underprivileged children and families. She works in both the public and private sectors not only providing therapeutic services but advocating for and empowering clients so that they eventually feel safe asserting themselves and having their own voice.</span></p>