A young Japanese-American boy named Takao visits his grandfather in rural Japan and learns about honor and responsibility through a special sword.
Author
Yoshiko Uchida
10 books in the catalog
Yoshiko Uchida has 10 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly historical fiction, coming of age and family. The titles we've reviewed span 1949 to 2000.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 8–17, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Recurring virtues across Yoshiko Uchida's work include courage. Content concerns tend to be mild across the titles we've reviewed.
This collection of stories explores the experiences of Japanese American families, focusing on themes of immigration, identity, and resilience.
A young Japanese-American girl, Emi, experiences prejudice and learns about resilience and friendship during her internment in a World War II camp.
A young Japanese-American girl named Tama navigates family and cultural challenges during World War II.
A young Japanese-American girl named Tama experiences prejudice and hardship during World War II.
This memoir recounts the author's experiences as a Japanese American girl interned during World War II.
A young Japanese-American girl and her family are sent to an internment camp during WWII.
This story follows Sumi, a young Japanese-American girl, as she works to win a prize for her mother, learning about perseverance and cultural traditions.
A young Japanese-American girl, Mik, faces prejudice and finds courage during World War II.
A collection of traditional Japanese folk tales, offering insights into cultural values, humor, and wisdom.
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