"Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes" recounts the poignant story of Sadako Sasaki, a young girl from Hiroshima who develops leukemia—termed the 'atom bomb disease'—due to the after-effects of the atomic bomb dropped on her city during World War II. A symbol of resilience and hope, the story follows Sadako as she embarks on the mission to fold one thousand origami paper cranes. According to a Japanese legend, completing these cranes would grant her a wish, potentially the return of her health. Touching on themes of bravery, determination, and the pursuit of peace, this narrative is a heartrending account of a child's struggle against time and illness, while also standing as a testament to the human spirit and the will to survive.