The Friendship Doll

by Kirby Larson

Hardcover, 2011

Library's review

In 1927, Japan sent 58 dolls to America as a gesture of good will. Today, 45 of the dolls are accounted for, but 13 remain missing. This story is told from the per - spective of the dolls, giving readers an imaginary glimpse into their world

Tags

NCSS Standards Theme--Time-Continuity-Change, NCSS Standards Theme--Culture, NCSS Standards Theme--People-Places-Environments, World History and Culture, Reading Level-Intermediate (3-5)Reading Level-Middle (6-8), Reading Level-Intermediate (3-5), Reading Level-Middle (6-8)

Genres

Collection

Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People

Publication

Delacorte Books for Young Readers (2011), Edition: Book Club (BCE/BOMC), 208 pages

Description

Throughout the twentieth century, Miss Kanagawa, one of fifty-eight dolls made to serve as ambassadors from Japan to the United States, travels the country learning to love while changing the lives of those who need her.

Awards

SCBWI Crystal Kite Award (2012)
NCSS/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People (2012)
NCTE/CLA Notable Children's Book in the English Language Arts (2012)

Language

English

Original language

English

ISBN

0385737459 / 9780385737456

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