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Yoko Finds Her Way

written and illustrated by Rosemary Wells

Ages: 5 & Under

Published: 2014

Publisher: Disney-Hyperion Books

ISBN: 978-1-4231-6512-5

Keywords: Travel, child independence, airport, signs

Leaving for Japan, Yoko proudly guids her mother throught the airport by following posted signs, but coming back from the restroom, she loses her way. Shimmering, colorful illustrations.