Kirkus Review --- "This is a charming story of a father and child focused on a multigenerational cultural tradition, with a lesson of patience folded in.
Hadley balances storytelling with some science and culinary details. The beautiful full-color illustrations evoke warmth, transporting readers into the Japanese mountainside misogura ...
A sweet combination of tradition, family, and culinary arts."
Honorary Mention for the Freeman Book Award by the National Consortium for Teaching about Asia
SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL *Starred Review* "Hadley has created a remarkable debut that flows elegantly, interweaving the two tales in a way that is readable and fun…An exquisite choice for all collections."
KIRKUS Review "A satisfying family story that weaves together cultural practices and intergenerational connections." ***-----------------------------------------------*** Available at ONCE UPON A TIME and JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM