At 12 and Under Publishing, we equip children for today's world

Home is where the heart is, not just a physical
space.
For Alex, it lives inside a bright blue backpack
filled with family photographs, Grandma’s bear,
favorite book, and reminders of the people who
love him.
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As Alex adjusts to life in a family shelter and
begins a new school, he learns that courage can
travel with you, kindness can help you feel seen,
and caring people can become part of home too.
The Backpack That Becomes Home is a heartfelt
story about resilience, belonging, and carrying
hope wherever life takes you.

Home is more than a place.
It is the memories we make, the people we love, and the
communities that shape who we become.
In Seguimos Aquí (We’re Still Here), Jariel and Roselyn discover that
even when challenges arise, hope, learning, and working together
can help families build brighter futures. Along the way, they learn
important lessons about homeownership,community, and the
power of believing that everyone deserves a place to belong.
Filled with warmth, family, and Puerto Rican culture, this inspiring
story reminds readers that when we care for one another and invest
in our communities, we can create a future where generations
continue to thrive. Because home is notjust where we live.
It’s where our stories continue.
Seguimos aquí. We’re still here.