“The Cat Who Chose to Dream”
​Author Loriene Honda - Illustrated by Jimmy Mirikitani  

“The Cat Who Chose to Dream” is a children’s book that depicts the internment of Japanese-Americans in California prison camps during WWII. Told through the eyes of a Japanese family’s cat who is also interned, the narrative teaches children to build strength in difficult situations rather than be diminished. Beautifully illustrated by artist Jimmy Tsutomu Mirikitani and written by Davis-based psychologist Loriene Honda, “The Cat Who Chose to Dream” is a powerful reminder of a dark spot in America’s recent past that uses the internment of Japanese families as a teachable moment. 

• ​Radio Interview: 
  Insight with Beth Ruyak about the book​ The Cat Who Chose to Dream
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• Please Scroll down to see the video with the Book Review 

LINKS:

• The Cat Who Chose To Dream
• Korematsu Celebrated At Namesake School
• Injustices of the WWII Incarceration As Told To Kids
• Learn more about Jimmy Tsutomu Mirikitani and his artwork
• Event featuring Dr. Loriene Honda

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