Writer | Poet | Teacher

Written by Sandra Hisakuni
Illustrated by Sofia Hisakuni
"Sandra and Sofia love the wilderness, and that love shines through the writing and illustrations. I cannot recommend this book highly enough; if I could give the book a six-star rating, I would."
— Philip Van Heusen,  Readers' Favorite
"The rhythm runs like silk over your ears as it is read aloud and delivered in a peaceful atmosphere. The tranquility in the lines will ease children…adults will enjoy the depictions of wildlife and the visions the words conjure."
— Courtnee Turner Hoyle,  Readers' Favorite
"This anthology of poems captures a journey from beginning to end while showing how helpful poetry, particularly Japanese Haiku, can be as a literary device. This would make an excellent teaching tool for young and older students."
— Delene Vrey,  Readers' Favorite
"Sandra’s use of poetry to describe the BWCA is captivating and Sofia’s illustrations are authentic and heartwarming. A smiling frog never looked so good."
— Joe Friedrichs,  Paddle & Portage