Jasmine Toguchi, Drummer Girl by Debbi Michiko Florence

She currently resides in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

She specializes in childrens book illustration, but enjoys experimenting with character design, concept art, fashion illustration, and decorative art. Elizabet Vukovic received her MFA from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, California. Jasmine Toguchi, Mochi Queen and Jasmine Toguchi, Super Sleuth is her fiction debut. Debbi lives in Connecticut with her husband and their two ducks, Darcy and Lizzie. She is a third generation Japanese American, and many of her ideas for the Jasmine Toguchi series come from family experiences. Then maybe, just maybe, she can put everything back in order before Girls Day is over! About the Author Debbi Michiko Florence is the author of nonfiction books for children in the Kaleidoscope Kids Series, China and Japan. It’s her family Japanese tradition for the boys to pound the rice for mocha at her family’s New Year’s celebration. WHAT is going on? As her big weekend plans start to unravel, Jasmine must use her sleuthing skills to spot the clues around her-and within herself. Jasmine Toguchi: Mochi Queen By: Debbi Michiko Florence Illustrated by: Elizabet Vukovic Age Level: 6-9 Reading Level: Independent Reader Genre: Fiction Jasmine is only 8 years old but wants to do what the boys do. And Jasmines big sister, Sophie, doesnt seem to want to join in the Girls Day fun this year, which is kind of confusing. And Linnie decides to go home early, which is kind of weird. But the clothes are in her dark garage, which is kind of scary. Reese, lets them search through her old clothes for the perfect accessories. On Friday after school, Linnie comes over to plan their outfits for the Girls Day celebrations. About the Book The second heartfelt story of friendship and sisterhood in this charming new chapter book series, starring a Japanese-American girl! Book Synopsis *A fun activity included in every book!* The second heartfelt story of friendship and sisterhood in this charming new chapter book series, starring a Japanese-American girl! Its a big weekend for Jasmine Toguchi! Shes excited to celebrate Girls Day-a Japanese holiday honoring women and girls-with her sister, mother, and best friend, Linnie.

Jasmine Toguchi, Drummer Girl by Debbi Michiko Florence