The Day They Invaded My Planet
The war told through the magical gaze of a child
Obsessed with the five treasures of Ukrai, Brutus Planetstealer strives to accumulate more power regardless of provoking a war that suddenly shakes the lives of Sofía, Andrei, Grandma Babu, Cora the dog, and all the inhabitants of the small planet. In what way do love and hope help to move forward amid total devastation?
Lydia Cacho offers a touching story born from the interactions she shared with local children during her first trip to Ukraine, just a few weeks after the Russian invasion started, which glistens with hope for a better future. The book is a tribute to the girls and boys who dream that one day, not very far away, missiles will stop falling, and they will be able to return to a peaceful and tranquil life alongside their loved ones.
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Reviews
“In this inspiring book, Lydia Cacho—the renowned journalist and defender of children's rights—shows how Sofía, a girl who lives on a small planet called Ukrai, along with her dog Cora, experiences the horrors of war. … The Day They Invaded My Planet will touch your heart and give you hope.” Jon Lee Anderson, reporter at The New Yorker
“How can we talk about war with children without spreading terror and despair? Lydia Cacho achieves this balance in a story that celebrates the courage and hope that illuminate the darkest places of human experience. Sofía, Andréi, and their flying dog experience fear, loss, and chaos while learning how to laugh even in an air-raid shelter. This story shows that love and solidarity help in survival. It also captures the brutality and absurdity of Putin's invasion of Ukraine, as well as the strength and creativity of the resistance. It is a perfect introduction for reflecting with children on the worst and the best of humanity.” Emma Graham-Harrison, war correspondent in Ukraine for The Guardian and The Observer
“Lydia Cacho speaks masterfully about war, sitting by the old bonfire where all the stories of the world are woven, to remind us, in a clear and simple way, that fortunately, there is still room for peace.” Benito Taibo, Mexican author
