Books recommended by the Hawaii State Library:

“Jasmine Toguchi, Mochi Queen”

By Debbi Michiko Florence

Eager to do something her big sister has not, 8-year-old Jasmine Toguchi decides to pound mochi with the boys when her family gets together for New Year’s. For ages 6-9.

“All Rights Reserved”

By Gregory Scott Katsoulis

Preparing to deliver her Last Day speech to celebrate her adulthood in a world where every word and gesture is copyrighted, patented or trademarked, a 15-year-old girl elects to remain silent rather than pay to speak, a decision threatens to unravel the framework of society. For grades 9 and up.