Kimiko Murakami: A Japanese-Canadian Pioneer

by Haley Healey

Book Overview

The inspiring and true life story of Kimiko Murakami, a Japanese-Canadian pioneer and internment camp survivor, beautifully illustrated for a young audience.

Ganbaru is a Japanese word that means to keep going during hard times and never give up. This picture book introduces young readers to Kimiko Murakami (1904-1997), a brave and determined woman whose life embodied the ganbaru spirit. Born in the village of Steveston, BC, and raised...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1772034673
• ISBN13: 9781772034677
• Release Date: October 2023
• Publisher: Heritage House
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 9.0" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3