My Lost Freedom: A Japanese American World War II Story

Experience the captivating and heartwrenching true story of George Takei's childhood in My Lost Freedom: A Japanese American World War II Story. This beautifully illustrated book is a must-read for children aged 6 to 9, providing a powerful and emotional perspective on growing up in Japanese American incarceration camps during World War II.

Transport yourself to the year 1942, where young George Takei's world is turned upside down after President Franklin D. Roosevelt declares anyone of Japanese descent as an enemy of the United States. Despite being American in every way, George and his family are torn from their California home and forced into camps alongside thousands of other families who looked just like theirs. Through the poignant pages of this book, children will witness the resilience and unwavering spirit of an unjustly treated young boy and his family.

As you journey alongside George, you'll discover the courage and determination that carried them through three different "homes" - from the Santa Anita racetrack to the swampy Camp Rohwer and eventually to the infamous Tule Lake camp. Locked behind barbed wire fences and surveilled by armed soldiers, George's parents do everything in their power to protect their family from the horrors of the war and the injustice they faced.

My Lost Freedom is not only a book of historical significance; it is a timeless reminder of the importance of staying true to oneself in the face of adversity. Through meticulously researched watercolor paintings, this gripping tale showcases the strength of human spirit and the bonds of family, inspiring children to empathize with those who have endured struggles and triumphs throughout history.

To embark on this extraordinary journey of resilience and determination, order your copy of My Lost Freedom now and let George Takei's captivating storytelling and breathtaking illustrations transport you to a world that must never be forgotten.