This is my one-pager assignment for our one-pager book reflection. In this assignment/reflection, we focused on understanding the deep meanings and thematical statements that were conveyed in children’s books. My book is “Sadako’s Cranes” by Judith Loske and the reason I picked this book for my one-pager is because I feel, that it spoke to me in a way. I read a total of 4 books but when I placed this one down it just felt like it was screaming “Pick me! Pick me!” and I think I did because I like the fact that it isn’t a cute children’s book with a happy ending. It talks about real world problems, and is more realistic. It conveys emotions such as sadness, grief, and shock, and the art is absolutely beautiful. Without further ado, my “Sadako’s Cranes” reflection!

What I found when doing this assignment was that I could tap into my artistic side at the same time as my ethical, writing side. I liked that, as they’re both something I’m very passionate about. This reflection along with the book itself reminded me to cherish the time we have with the people we love, and to always be hopeful. Even in the most grim of times, there is always something bright to do/think about. When you can’t see someone, it doesn’t mean that they’re not there. They’re never truly gone. Everyone will always be there if you keep a vivid memory, and the best most happy thoughts and moments with them. Thinking about this reminded me of my grandma. When I was younger, I was in love with the movie “The Book Of Life”, and thinking about the land of the dead after my grandma had passed was scary for me. How once you were forgotten, you would go from the fun parties and loving people, to an old ashy never ending field of despair, and that has always remind me to keep her happy and lively in my memories. That way she’ll never be truly gone.

Passion, Love, Fear, Memory, Honor.