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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · March 2, 2027
Who Is Hayao Miyazaki?
A Tokyo boy who wants to draw manga discovers animation and creates beloved films.
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Debbi Michiko Florence
Biography
Debbi Michiko Florence, a third generation Japanese American, is a former classroom teacher and zoo educator. Her debut chapter book series is Jasmine Toguchi (Farrar Straus Giroux/2017 and 2018). Jasmine Toguchi Mochi Queen was a Bank Street 2018 Best Children’s Books of the Year, on the 2018 Amelia Bloomer List, and the 2018 CBCC Choices List (Best of the Year). Mochi Queen, Jasmine Toguchi Drummer Girl, and Jasmine Toguchi Flamingo Keeper were Junior Library Guild selections. Debbi is also the author of the early chapter book series, Dorothy and Toto (Picture Window Books/2016). A native Californian, Debbi now lives in Connecticut with her husband, rescue dog, bunny, and two ducks. She loves to travel with her daughter and husband.
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A noisy cockatoo tests a young boy's patience and creativity.
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Caught between friendship drama and first crushes, Keiko must choose between her heart and her friends.
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An older rescue dog stirs up endless mischief for a young girl and her family.
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Kaita must find her missing foster hamsters before they find new homes.
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A family fosters a feisty bearded dragon, sparking unexpected adventures.
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Jasmine defies tradition to pound mochi before her sister. Can she succeed?
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