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The House of the Lost on the Cape

The House of the Lost on the Cape

Sachiko Kashiwaba; Avery Fischer Udagawa; Yukiko Saito

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Overview

Three generations of women adapt to a new home – and its mythical inhabitants – after the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake.

In the wake of a devastating earthquake and tsunami, Yui, fleeing her violent husband, and Hiyori, a young orphan, are taken in by a kind older woman, and together they begin a new life in a house filled with mythical beings.

  • 2024 Mildred L. Batchelder Award Honoree
  • One of Kirkus Reviews' Best Middle-Grade Family Stories of 2023
  • A moving story translated from Japanese

Perfect for ages 7-11

Product Details

  • Age Group: 5–9 years
  • Author(s): Sachiko Kashiwaba; Avery Fischer Udagawa; Yukiko Saito
  • Published Date: 2023
  • Format: Paperback
  • ISBN-13 (or ISBN): 9781632063373

Developmental Benefits

  • Historical & Cultural Literacy: Immersion in Japanese folklore, mythical creatures (yōkai), and local traditions introduces young readers to rich cultural storytelling and heritage.
  • Emotional Literacy & Empathy: Explores themes of healing from trauma, overcoming grief, and finding hope, as two runaway girls build a warm, supportive found family after a devastating tragedy.
  • Creative Imagination & Expression: Invites readers into a magical world where everyday acts of kindness show how home can be built anywhere.

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