![]() When I got involved in theĪnti-trafficking movement, I learned that nobody has the exact numbers because so many cases go unreported. It can happen to anyone, no matter their socioeconomic status, race, or gender identification. Julia’s story is just one of many ways trafficking can occur. Even so, It Happened on Saturday is ultimately a story of hope, healing, and Julia’s journey toward finding her voice. As a longtime elementary school teacher, I realized there was very little written on this topic for middle-grade readers, and I wanted to introduce this subject matter when young people need it most. ![]() ![]() I chose to write about this topic after I’d been volunteering for local anti-trafficking organizations and learned that eleven- to fourteen-year-olds are especially susceptible to being lured or forced into trafficking. She makes a risky choice and narrowly escapes becoming a victim of human trafficking. It Happened on Saturday is the story of a thirteen-year-old girl named Julia who is dealing with issues that many kids face: changing friendships, family challenges, and social media. ![]()
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