![]() In this new early chapter book series, Florence introduces readers to a bright character who is grappling with respecting authority while also forging her own path. ![]() Obaachan, Jasmine’s grandmother, encourages her to be patient, while mean cousin Eddie relentlessly taunts the girl. But fearless Jasmine is determined to be the first girl and first person under 10 to help with the New Year preparations. Pounding the rice with the mochi hammer is a difficult feat that’s reserved for the men in the family. Jasmine will have to wait two more years before she can assist with the mochi-tsuki, or mochi-making, with her grandma and aunties. ![]() Every year to celebrate, Jasmine’s relatives spend all day making mochi, Japanese sweet rice cakes. Jasmine Toguchi is anticipating the arrival of her family members for the New Year in sunny Los Angeles. ![]()
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