Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes (Hardcover)

from Andreawallin

Reaction: Christina Moore narrates this unforgettable story with great emotion, giving more evidence to the cruelties of war. This is a raw account of life in Hiroshima many years after the atomic bomb dropped. I think because this is based on a true story and the protagonist is a young, loveable...

from Lukesilvera

Sadako is a great chapter book for 3 grade and up. It is great for a twin text project using fiction and non-fiction. It is a little sad so make sure you prepare you students for that fact. Great for cultural education and the after math of the drop of the atom bomb.

from empress8411

Short, but with a depth far beyond the word count, this simple story give a human face to the suffering caused by the atomic bombs. Sadako has the entire world going for her - a born runner, swift and sure-footed, with a cheerful, eager outlook on life, Sadako dreamed of being on the running team...

from stharp

An incredible biography! One of the best portrayals of a child's tragedy I have ever read. This book has such a powerful theme and tone. The way the author writes is almost poetic, not literally, but in the way that the literature sinks deep into the heart of you as a reader. A wonderful portraya...

from kimbykunishige

Based off a true story about a young girl named Sadako Sasaki, one of the most touching books I have read about the atomic bomb hitting Hiroshima. I think this book is perfect for students who are around the fourth grade. In this book, Sadako is easy to relate to. This could be used when talking ...