About This Lesson
A Place Where Sunflowers Grow by Amy Lee-Tai. Inspired by her family’s experiences, author Amy Lee-Tai has crafted a story rooted in one of America’s most shameful historical episodes—the internment of 120,000 Japanese Americans during World War II. The art schools which offered internees moments of solace and self-expression are a little known part of this history. The educator's guide provided by Lee & Low Books includes a book summary, background, discussion questions and vocabulary, and post-reading discussion questions, writing prompts, and interdisciplinary activities.
