Jasmine Toguchi Drummer GirlDebbi Michiko FlorenceLabel: Farrar Straus & Giroux IncDescription: It's talent show time at school and eight-year-old Jasmine Toguchi is excited to show her stuff. But as she thinks about her strengths-tree-climbing mochi-making collage-none of them feel quite right to perform on stage. Jasmine's friends already have a talent: Tommy yo-yos Daisy dances and Linnie plays piano. Plus Maggie Milsap (aka Miss Perfect) is saying she'll have the best talent. When Jasmine's mom introduces her to the taiko a traditional Japanese drum Jasmine finally finds an activity that feels just right. But will she be good enough at taiko in time to beat Maggie Milsap? Join Jasmine as she discovers her talent-and the difference between being the best and trying your best.
