Yoko Finds Her Way

“A terrific book to share with children preparing for their first flights as well as Yoko’s fans.” —Kirkus Reviews

Join Yoko the cat as she learns how to keep her cool and build independence in a big, unfamiliar place—from beloved, bestselling author Rosemary Wells.

Yoko and her mama are going on a trip to Japan! Yoko helps Mama get to and through the airport by reading signs along the way. By the time they get to their gate, Mama is exhausted. While Mama naps, Yoko goes to the washroom. But when Yoko takes the wrong exit, she finds herself in a completely different part of the terminal. Before she knows it, Yoko is on the moving walkway, zipping toward Baggage Claim. Will she be able to follow the signs back to her mama?

• “Yoko and her kimono-clad mother have an adventure at the airport at the beginning of their trip to Japan…. The rich presentation, from endearing illustration to paper and design to color and touches of gold and silver, celebrates the experience of reading a book; that the story is told in both words and symbols allows young listeners to follow along in complex ways. A terrific book to share with children preparing for their first flights as well as Yoko’s fans.”
  Kirkus Reviews
• "Yoko... serves as a self-assured and observant guide to the airport experience, helping her mother find the right airline, moving through security with ease, and being attentive to the signs that appear as icons across the top of most pages.... Wells offers a narrative-driven alternative to books like Maria van Lieshout's recent Flight 1-2-3, one that will give young would-be travelers a boost of confidence."
  Publishers Weekly