The Bracelet
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Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 1993 · Est. 14 min read-aloud

The Bracelet

Written by Yoshiko Uchida

A young girl loses a cherished bracelet amid wartime upheaval.

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32 pages· 1,701 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud· AD590L
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Bookroo's summary

In 1942, young Emi faces the upheaval of being sent to an internment camp with her Japanese-American family. Amidst the chaos, she loses a treasured gold bracelet from her best friend. As Emi navigates this challenging new world, she discovers that true friendship transcends physical tokens. Will she find strength in memories and hope in the face of adversity?

From the publisher

In 1942 America, seven-year-old Emi and her Japanese-American family are forced to leave their home, a situation that becomes even more devastating when she loses a precious gold bracelet, a gift from her best friend.

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1993)
At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
1,701
Reading age
6–10
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD590L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
60374
Publication
Published
October 14, 1993
First published
January 1, 1993
Publisher
Philomel Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780399225031

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