When war broke out in 1941, Clara Breed was a San Diego librarian and friend to dozens of Japanese-American children and teens. These young people wrote to her after they were sent to internment camps. Their story unfolds in this collection of letters that show how she remained a lifeline to these young people and fought the injustice of her time.

Page Turners
Showcasing a human side of history through primary source materials, this book grows the reader's sense of courage and justice.