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Please also see our Colors of Our Community: Asia, Colors of Our Community: South Asian, and Colors of Our Community: Middle Eastern book lists.
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The Discovery of Ramen: The Asian Hall of Fame
Phil Amara - Immedium
Format: Hardcover
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The new series Asian Hall of Fame shows how some unique and cool things were originally created in Asia.In the debut adventure, the cute red panda named Dao guides the school kids Ethan and Emma back in time to discover how ramen was made!As Dao spices up history, children learn fun facts,... |
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Ruby's Wish
Sophie Blackall - Chronicle Books
Format: Hardcover
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Ruby is unlike most little girls in old China. Instead of aspiring to get married, Ruby is determined to attend university when she grows up, just like the boys in her family. Based upon the inspirational story of the author's grandmother and accompanied by richly detailed illustrations,... |
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Daisy Comes Home
Jan Brett - G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Mei-Mei had the six happiest hens in China. She gave them treats and fresh hay baths, and when she called to them-gu gu gu gu gu!-they all ran to her as fast as they could. But one of the hens, Daisy, was not always so happy. The other hens picked on Daisy and pushed her off the perch... |
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Tiny Feet Between the Mountains
Hanna Cha - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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A young Korean girl must come up with a clever idea to help a spirit tiger who has swallowed the sun by mistake in this fun, charming debut picture book from author-illustrator Hanna Cha.Soe-In is a tiny child in a village full of large people. She struggles with completing chores due to her size,... |
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Circus Day in Japan: Bilingual English and Japanese Text
Eleanor Coerr - Tuttle Publishing; Hardcover with Jacket edition
Format: Hardcover
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Circus Day in Japan is the warmly-illustrated story of an exciting day spent by two Japanese children, Joji-chan and Koko-chan, at a circus. Joji-chan and Koko-chan delight at the new sights of their first circus, and young readers are gently introduced to Japanese sites and customs. The simple... |
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The Chinese Emperor's New Clothes
Ying Chang Compestine - Abrams Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Ming Da is only nine years old when he becomes the emperor of China, and his three advisors take advantage of him by stealing his stores of rice, gold, and precious stones. But Ming Da has a plan. With the help of his tailors, he comes up with a clever idea to outsmart his devious advisors:... |
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The Story of Chopsticks
Ying Chang Compestine
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When little Kai Kang cannot get enough to eat, he begins using sticks to grab food too hot for the hands, and soon all of China uses Kai zi, or chopsticks, in a humorous tale of how chopsticks may have been invented. |
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The Magic Pillow
Demi - Margaret K. McElderry
Format: Hardcover
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Based on a famous Chinese folktale, The Magic Pillow tells the story of a poor boy named Ping who is given a magic pillow by a mysterious magician. Ping sees what a lifetime of wealth and power would be like, and discovers that the riches of family and freedom are much more valuable. |
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The Magic Horse of Han Gan
Jiang Hong Chen - Enchanted Lion Books
Format: Hardcover
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A Junior Library Guild selectionIncluded in New York Public Library's list "Children's Books: 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing"Named a "Best Children's Book of the Year" by Bank Street College of Education"Altogether this is a masterfully told picture... |
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Nonnis Moon
Julia Inserro - Julia Inserro
Format: Print book
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Beanie lives with her parents and twin baby siblings in the Middle East, far away from her Nonni - grandmother - back in the States. Beanie misses Nonni and finds a way to communicate with her through the moon. As night falls, Beanie cannot see the message her grandmother sent. Her mother... |
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Kai-lan's Great Trip to China (Ni Hao Kai-lan (Hardcover 8x8))
Mickie Matheis - Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon
Format: Hardcover
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Kai-lans going to China for the very first time and youre invited to join her!Once in China, Kai-lan and her friends see all sorts of new things, meet all different kinds of people and animals, and try many new things! The highlight of the trip is meeting an adorablebaby panda! So come... |
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Red Butterfly: How a Princess Smuggled the Secret of Silk Out of China
Deborah Noyes - Candlewick; Library Binding edition
Format: Book
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An enchanting tale of hidden beauty and fierce courage, retold in the style of T’ang Dynasty poetry and illustrated with charm and graceA young Chinese princess is sent from her father’s kingdom to marry the king of a far-off land. She must leave behind her home of splendors:... |
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Wink: The Ninja Who Wanted to Nap
J.C. Phillipps - Viking Juvenile
Format: Hardcover
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Wink the Nimble Ninja is the star of the Lucky Dragon Circus! But-yawn-being a circus performer is hard work and-yawn-Wink is tired. It is time, Grandmother says, for Wink to take a nap. But every time Wink tries to lie down, his fans show up. They wont let him sleep! Fortunately, with... |
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Wink: the Ninja Who Wanted to be Noticed
J.C. Phillipps - Viking Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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The happiest day of Wink?s life was when he was accepted to the Summer Moon School for Young Ninjas. He is sure that he will be a great ninja. Silence is the fi rst lesson and everyone is very very silent . . . except for Wink. Stealth is the second lesson and everyone is very very stealthy... |
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Wolf! Wolf!
John Rocco - Disney-Hyperion; First Edition edition
Format: Book
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When a curmudgeonly old wolf meets up with a young goat herder who cries "wolf!", an unexpected friendship forms between the two pranksters, in a twisted take on a fairy tale favorite. |
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The Silk Princess (Picture Book)
Charles Santore - Random House Books for Young Readers; First Edition edition
Format: Hardcover
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Princess Hsi-Ling Chi has heard tales of a sleeping dragon and ancient gods residing in the Holy Mountains beyond her father’s palace. But when she emerges from the gates for the first time, she is not afraid. She has with her a magical thread unraveled from a tiny cocoon that dropped... |
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Rabbit's Gift
George Shannon - HMH Books for Young Readers; First Edition edition
Format: Hardcover
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Snow is coming, coming soon, so Rabbit needs to find food fast. Just in time, a turnip turns up, and a second one, too. Who in the woods wouldn't want to tuck away an extra turnip for the long winter? Not Rabbit. He chooses a different path--and starts a wave of generosity that spreads among... |
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The Seven Chinese Sisters
Kathy Tucker - Albert Whitman & Company
Format: Hardcover
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Once there were seven Chinese sisters who lived together and took care of each other. Each one had a special talent. When baby Seventh Sister is snatched by a hungry dragon, her loving sisters race to save her. |
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Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog
Pamela S Turner - Houghton Mifflin Co.
Format: Hardcover
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Imagine walking to the same place every day, to meet your best friend. Imagine watching hundreds of people pass by every morning and every afternoon. Imagine waiting, and waiting, and waiting. For ten years. This is what Hachiko did. Hachiko was a real dog who lived in Tokyo, a dog who faithfully... |
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The Paper Dragonfly
Mary Watson - Shenanigan Books; 1st edition
Format: Hardcover
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Kiyoshi's love for making paper lanterns becomes a problem when it distracts him from learning the more practical farming skills taught to him by his father. Fascinated by dragonflies that hum in their rice paddy, Kiyoshi crafts a lantern that changes his destiny. |
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Sakura's Cherry Blossoms
Robert Paul Weston - Tundra Books
Format: Hardcover
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A warm, gorgeous exploration of a little girl's experience immigrating to a new country and missing her home and her grandmother, who still lives far away.Sakura's dad gets a new job in America, so she and her parents make the move from their home in Japan. When she arrives in the States,... |
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Brothers
Yin - Philomel
Format: Hardcover
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When Ming arrives in San Francisco after the long boat journey from China, his older brothers waste no time warning him: "Chinese should not go outside Chinatown." But Ming risks doing just that, and when he meets Patrick, he knows the young Irish boy has a kind heart, and begins... |
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The Seeing Stick
Jane Yolen - Running Press Kids; Reprint edition
Format: Book
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The same story that captivated readers in 1977 is back in a stunning new edition! Hwei Min, the only daughter of the emperor of China, has been blind since birth. Her father offers a reward to anyone who can find a cure for the little girl. It seems that no one from magicians to physicians... |
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Hazel and Twig: The Birthday Fortune
BRENNA BURNS YU - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover
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A delightful debut about two sisters with big dreams provides a charming introduction to the doljabi, a Korean first birthday tradition.Twig's first birthday is coming up, and her whole family - especially her older sister, Hazel - is eager to see what she will choose at her doljabi.... |
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K Is for Korea
Hyechong Cheung - Frances Lincoln Children's
Format: Print book
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K Is for Korea offers young readers a composite picture comprised of the customs, religions, and cultures - both ancient and modern - that make up this fascinating country. As with each of the books in the series, this one is written by a knowledgeable local. Author Hyechong Cheung... |
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The Korean Cinderella
Shirley Climo - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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"This masterfully retold version of Cinderella presents real Korean customs and includes dramatic, brightly colored illustrations" (Children's Literature) .This is an enchanting and magical variant of the favorite fairy tale. Publishers Weekly noted that "the text is especially... |
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The Hungry Coat: A Tale from Turkey
Demi. - Margaret K. McElderry Books
Format: Print book
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Once upon a time in Turkey there lived a funny, little wise man named Nasrettin Hoca. He wore a huge, white turban and a worn-out coat made of patches upon patches. Riding about on his little gray donkey, he liked to help whomever he could. A friend to all, Nasrettin is a popular figure.... |
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Cultural Contributions from East Asia: Fireworks, Tea, and More
Holly Duhig - Powerkids Pr
Format: Library Binding
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Fireworks are an enchanting spectacle that can make any evening magical, but where did these amazing feats of pyrotechnics come from? This book introduces readers to many incredible inventions from East Asia that have changed the world, from dazzling fireworks to warm cups of tea. Stunning... |
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Introducing Asia
Anita Ganeri - Heinemann
Format: Book
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Where is Mandarin spoken? Where do tigers live? What is the longest river in Asia? This book answers these questions and more as it introduces young readers to the continent of Asia through age-appropriate maps, engaging photographs, and simple text. Topics covered within the book include... |
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Asian-American Crafts Kids Can Do!
Sarah Hartman - Enslow Elementary
Format: January 1
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Asian-American culture encompasses many different countries. Learn about different cultures while putting together crafts that represent each. |
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I Am Tama, Lucky Cat: A Japanese Legend
Wendy Henrichs - Peachtree
Format: Book
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Many years ago, a cat went in search of food and shelter. After a long and difficult journey, she came upon a rundown temple at the foot of a majestic, snow-capped mountain. She sat in the doorway and waited with her right hand upheld, as was her custom. A monk with little more than a few grains... |
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Issun Boshi
Nadia Higgins - Child's World
Format: Book
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Children will love the ancient tale of Issun Boshi, a one-inch-tall boy who falls in love with a princess, slays a monster, and, through the power of a magical hammer, returns to normal size.
This item is Non-Returnable. |
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Korean Children's Favorite Stories
So-un Kim - Tuttle Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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This colorfully illustrated multicultural Korean children's book presents Indian fairy tales and other folk stories - providing insight into a vibrant literary culture.Korean Children's Favorite Stories is a captivating collection of Korean folktales for children which are still... |
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Yeh-Shen
Ai-Ling Louie - Philomel Books
Format: Print book
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"...A worthwhile addition to picture book collections." -- BOOKLIST ."Executed with chromatic splendor--a unique combination of brillinace and restraint." -- The Horn Book"Every library will be enriched by it." -- School Library Journal |
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The Crane Girl
Curtis Manley - Shen's Books
Format: Hardcover
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While gathering firewood, Yasuhiro comes upon an injured crane hidden in the snow. He rescues and comforts the bird, then watches it fly away. The next night, a mysterious young girl arrives at his home seeking shelter from the cold. The boy and his father welcome the girl, named Hiroko,... |
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Kindergarten Day USA and China
Trish Marx - Charlesbridge
Format: Hardcover
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Experience a day in kindergarten in the USA and China.Readers spend a school day with two kindergarten classes in this flip-me-over book. First visit a class from Schenectady, New York, and then meet a class from Beijing, China, as children learn and play with their teachers and classmates.... |
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Monkey: A Trickster Tale from India
Gerald McDermott - HMH Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Monkey is hungry for the delicious mangoes on the island in the river but he cant swim How will he get there Crocodile offers to carry Monkey across the water on his back so Monkey hops aboard Trouble is Crocodile is hungry toofor Monkey Will clever Monkey come up with a way to get the mangoes... |
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Filipino Children's Favorite Stories
Liana Romulo - Periplus ; North Clarendon
Format: Print book
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This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Philippine fairy tales and other folk stories - providing insight into a rich oral culture.Filipino Children's Favorite Stories presents thirteen well-loved myths and tales from the Philippines. These stories will... |
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The Rabbit and the Dragon King: Based on a Korean Folk Tale
Daniel San Souci - Boyds Mills Press
Format: Hardcover
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The Dragon King rules the ocean deep and all its creatures. He is a great king--but an even greater hypochondriac. Though his physician can find neither cause nor cure for his latest ailment, the king believes he is not long for this world. After consulting with his court magician, the king... |
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The Sacred Banana Leaf
Nathan Kumar Scott - Tara
Format: Hardcover
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Kanchil, the beloved trickster mouse-deer of Indonesian folklore, falls into a pit. With only a banana leaf for company, he invents a prophecy to trick some unlikely animals into helping him out - if the world doesn't end first! And if anyone dares sneeze, the consequences will be dire.This... |
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The Gift of the Crocodile: A Cinderella Story
Judy Sierra - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers; 1st edition
Format: Hardcover
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In the Spice Islands, where clove and nutmeg trees grow, a girl named Damura lived long ago. Damura is a beautiful girl, as kind and lovely as the little green parrot that perches on the nutmeg tree. But Damuras stepmother and stepsister mistreat her. They force her to rise before dawn,... |
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Amazing: Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Who Inspire Us All
Maia Shibutani - Viking Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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From Olympic ice dancing medalists Alex and Maia Shibutani, this beautifully illustrated picture book highlights the achievements of many Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who have made invaluable contributions to the world.. Inclusivity sets this beautifully illustrated picture book... |
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Vietnamese Children's Favorite Stories
Phuoc Thi Minh Tran - Tuttle Publishing
Format: Print book
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**Winner of Creative Child Magazine 2015 Book of the Year Award****Winner of Moonbeam Children's Book Awards 2015 Gold Medal**This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Vietnamese fairy tales and other folk stories - providing insight into a rich literary... |
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A Garden in My Hands
Meera Sriram - Knopf Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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This touching picture book celebrates the custom of applying henna for special occasions through a mother and daughter who share family memories and stories.. The sweet smell of henna, and stories we carry, fill us with pride of a faraway home.. There's a wedding tomorrow! And one little... |
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Momotaro
M. J. York - Child's World
Format: Book
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Book by York, M. J. |
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Lon Po Po : a Red-Riding Hood story from China
Ed Young - Philomel Books
Format: Print book
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Award-winning artist Ed Young illustrates, with characteristic flair and energy, the ancient Chinese version of the favorite fairy tale "Little Red Riding Hood". Young's vibrant, yet delicate, pastels and watercolors add drama to the deftly translated story. "An extraordinary... |
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Eliza's Cherry Trees: Japan's Gift to America
Andrea Zimmerman - Pelican Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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Pioneering world traveler, writer, photographer, and peace advocate Eliza Scidmore dreamed of beautifying the nation's capital, where she lived. Her dream became a reality in 1912 when, because of her years of persistence, cherry trees were planted across Washington, DC. This picture... |
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