Sadako

Discovered the story of SADAKO on a Pearl Harbor websight, and was so inspired of the subject matter, that it has forced me to create a Memorial Painting about this little girl, as a class project in collage. At this moment in time, the image is over 50% complete, and if my vision is successful, will proceed to a much larger piece, with the hope of passing the original smaller version over to the museum in Hiroshima, during my own visit to Japan. This is a simple, well illustrated, shorten story about the life of this young girl that should be made available to read in any classroom, anywhere. The book had me seek out other publications about this story, to assist in inspiring the development of my art.

As a 4th grade teacher, I have read aloud this version, and the longer novel version by Coerr. I prefer this shorter one. It makes me cry every time, how suddenly she passes away with a simple turn of the page. And I have the benefit of sharing with students how I have visited Hiroshima and seen the thousands of cranes Japanese children fold in honor of Sadako. Powerful stuff.

bought it for my classroom. read this years ago - i still tear up when i read it aloud to my students. a poignant story that needs to be told and re-told for generations to remind us of the price of war.

Was just what I wanted.

This story is a wonderful addition to the world of children's books dealing with difficult subjects. There are several books about Sadako, but this is probably my favorite, as it provides a new perspective about Sadako's family, as well as the events that surround the tragic bombing of Hiroshima and its aftermath.

This paperback book arrived in an almost new condition. The illustrations included for folding the paper cranes are easy to follow. The story about a thousand paper cranes is one that is appropriate for any reader to enjoy.

Nice updated book on the older version. I use this in my classroom. Quick receipt of order!

Came in excellent condition as described.