Moni Ritchie Hadley                      
Kirkus Review
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"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."
MISO MAGIC Official Book Trailer

​THE STAR FESTIVAL​

Making the 'under five' list!
The Bank Street College of Education's
Best Children's Book of the Year 2022 Edition 

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."
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***** A five starred review from Youth Services Book Review!
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