When strange ships arrive on the shores of Puerto Rico, a young girl watches her island change in ways she doesn’t fully understand. Through her eyes, readers experience the confusion, fear, and hope felt by many children during a time when new flags were raised and familiar voices grew quiet. Written from a child’s perspective, My Island Changed Overnight gently introduces young readers to an important moment in Puerto Rican history, showing how big events can affect small lives. This story encourages empathy, curiosity, and reflection while reminding readers that children, too, are witnesses to history.