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Reviewed on April 1, 2016 | Middle Grade
Gr 4–6—An author's note offers context and sets the stage for this glimpse of the World War II experience of Japanese Canadians. Ten-year-old Kenny (Kenji) wants to be on the Asahis, a Japanese Canadian baseball team, like his talented big brother, Mickey. Unfortunately, Kenny's doctor advises his parents to limit him to nonstrenuous activities due to a suspected heart condition. Though he's not allowed to play baseball, he still dreams of making the team and asks Mickey to secretly coach him. Their family enjoy a comfortable lif...Log In or Sign Up to Read More