By Sharon Fujimoto-Johnson.

Emi and Obaachan are making mochi. Its a recipe thats been passed down for generations. Obaachan brought it with her when she first came to America from Japan and now, Emi is about to become her familys newest mochi maker!

They mix and pound and twist and wrap. The Japanese rice cakes are sticky and chewy, colorful and tasty, andmost importantlymade with love. For Emi and Obaachan, making mochi becomes a way to remember those theyve lost, make lots of new memories, and have a fun and family-filled day.

Hardbound: 40 pp.