The Friendship Doll

Author Kirby Larson

Grades 4-7 Ages 9-12

I am Miss Kanagawa. In 1927, my 57 doll-sisters and I were sent from Japan to America as Ambassadors of Friendship. Our work wasn't all peach blossoms and tea cakes. My story will take you from New York to Oregon, during the Great Depression. Though few in this tale are as fascinating as I, their stories won't be an unpleasant diversion. You will make the acquaintance of Bunny, bent on revenge; Lois, with her head in the clouds; Willie Mae, who not only awakened my heart, but broke it; and Lucy, a friend so dear, not even war could part us. I have put this tale to paper because from those 58 Friendship Dolls only 45 remain. I know that someone who chooses this book is capable of solving the mystery of the missing sisters. Perhaps that someone is you.

Available Formats

Trade Paperback 9780375850899
eBook 9780375899515

Awards

SCBWI Crystal Kite Award - WINNER 2012

NCSS-CBC Notable Children's Trade Books in the Field of Social Studies - NOMINEE 0

Maine Student Book Award - NOMINEE 0

Cybils - FINALIST 2011

Kid's Indie Next List "Inspired Recommendations for Kids from Indie Booksellers" - WINNER 2011

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