Avalon

Avalon is a family shelter. Deja, her brother and sister, and parents live in one room at Avalon. The walls are crumbling, and the space is crowded. They only have two beds in their room, no other furniture. They must use public restrooms and have meals in the cafeteria. They cannot cook in their room. The best thing about Avalon is that it is located in a nice, diverse neighborhood.

Brooklyn Collective Elementary

Brooklyn Collective Elementary is the new school Deja attends. The teachers there are very progressive and work together to coordinate lessons for the students. A map in the hallway shows just how diverse the student population is as students mark their heritage by adding pins and string to the map to form connections.

Ben's House

Ben's house has carpet, something that Ray and Leda cannot get enough of when Deja takes them to Ben's when...