My Parents Crossed the Ocean So I Could Reach the Stars: a Story of Sacrifice, Strength, and the American Dream

In this heartfelt story, My Parents Crossed the Ocean So I Could Reach the Stars, we follow a daughter’s reflection on the sacrifices her parents made during wartime to give her a brighter future.

In this moving tribute, author Mary Nhin honors her parents’ courage, love, and resilience. Though she didn’t understand the full weight of their journey as a child, she later came to see the strength behind their sacrifices—and the legacy they left her and her sisters.

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This story is a reminder that behind many of our opportunities lie unseen acts of bravery. It’s a celebration of family, gratitude, and the dreams that carry us across oceans and generations.

My Parents Crossed the Ocean So I Could Reach the Stars was written to inspire young readers to appreciate their roots and reflect on the people who’ve helped them grow. The story gently explores family history in a way that’s touching for children and powerful for adults.

Perfect for ages 5–11+, this story is an excellent addition to classrooms, libraries, and home bookshelves.