Yuko-chan and the Daruma Doll

Yuko-chan and the Daruma Doll
Author: Sunny Seki
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 43
Release: 2012-07-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1462908446

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**2012 Creative Child Magazine Book of the Year Award Winner!** Yuko-chan and the Daruma Doll, a gorgeous multicultural children's book by author/illustrator Sunny Seki, takes readers on a journey into ancient Japan and the story behind the famous Daruma Doll. Yuko-chan, an adventurous blind orphan, is able to do amazing things. She confronts a burglar in the dead of night and crosses treacherous mountain passes to deliver food to hungry people. During her travels, Yuko-chan trips and tumbles down a snowy cliff. She discovers a strange thing as she waits for help: her tea gourd, regardless of how she drops it, always lands right-side-up. The tea has frozen in the bottom of the gourd! Inspired by this, she creates the famous Daruma doll toy, which rights itself when tipped--a true symbol of resilience. Thanks to Yuko-chan's invention, the villagers are able to earn a living and feed themselves by selling the dolls. Yuko-chan never gave up, no matter the obstacles she faced, and the Daruma doll is a charming reminder of the power of perseverance. With text in English and Japanese, this book is of special interest to bicultural families.

Last Kappa of Old Japan

Last Kappa of Old Japan
Author: Sunny Seki
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 38
Release: 2014-01-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1462908187

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With unique and playful illustrations this multicultural children's book is a classic Japanese fairy tale that young children and parents alike will love. The Last Kappa of Old Japan is a warmly written and beautifully illustrated children's book that introduces many aspects of traditional Japanese culture and folklore, while teaching an important lesson about environmentalism. The story is of a young Japanese farm boy who develops a friendship with a mythical creature-- the kappa--a messenger of the god of water. The tale begins in post-Modern Japan when the boy is young and the kappa is healthy and ends when the kappa, now the last one left on Earth, keeps an important promise to his human friend. A story of love, friendship, and adventure, readers of all ages will enjoy this picture book by award-winning author/illustrator, Sunny Seki.

The Tale of the Lucky Cat

The Tale of the Lucky Cat
Author: Sunny Seki
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008
Genre: Cats
ISBN: 9780966943764

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A humble toymaker is rewarded for helping an injured cat in this story that explains the origin of the maneki neko, or lucky cat statues that are popular throughout Japan for spreading good fortune.

My First Book of Haiku Poems

My First Book of Haiku Poems
Author: Esperanza Ramirez-Christensen
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 55
Release: 2019-03-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1462920691

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**Chosen for 2020 NCTE Notable Poetry Books and Verse Novels List** **Winner of 2020 Northern Lights Book Award for Poetry** **Winner of 2019 Skipping Stones Honor Awards** My First Book of Haiku Poems introduces children to inspirational works of poetry and art that speak of our connection to the natural world, and that enhance their ability to see an entire universe in the tiniest parts of it. Each of these 20 classic poems by Issa, Shiki, Basho, and other great haiku masters is paired with a stunning original painting that opens a door to the world of a child's imagination. A fully bilingual children's book, My First Book of Haiku Poems includes the original versions of the Japanese poems (in Japanese script and Romanized form) on each page alongside the English translation to form a complete cultural experience. Each haiku poem is accompanied by a "dreamscape" painting by award-winning artist Tracy Gallup that will be admired by children and adults alike. Commentaries offer parents and teachers ready-made "food for thought" to share with young readers and stimulate a conversation about each work.

Brian's Bird

Brian's Bird
Author: Patricia Anne Davis
Publisher: Prairie Paperbacks
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2000
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

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Eight-year-old Brian, who is blind, learns how to take care of his new parakeet and comes to realize that his older brother, while sometimes careless, is not so bad after all. Full-color illustrations.

The Dinosaurs of Waterhouse Hawkins

The Dinosaurs of Waterhouse Hawkins
Author: Barbara Kerley
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2001
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780439114943

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An illuminating history of Mr. Waterhouse Hawkins artist and lecturer.

My First Book of Hindi Words

My First Book of Hindi Words
Author: Rina Singh
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2016-08-02
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1462918662

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My First Book of Hindi Words is a beautifully illustrated book that introduces young children to Hindi language and Indian culture through everyday words. Organized as an ABC rhyming book, My First Book of Hindi Words incorporates common Hindi words into charming English-language rhymes, beginning with: "A is for akash. A sky so blue where little birds fly and big planes, too," and on through "Z is for zukhaam. Achoo! I sneeze. I must have a cold. Mama, hug me please!" Winsome, full-color pictures illustrate each word and allow even very young readers to make their first foray into India's official language. A helpful glossary at the end makes it easy for readers—including parents and teachers—to review what they've learned! With the help of this book, we hope more children (and adults) will soon be a part of the 300 million people worldwide that speak Hindi!

A Year Full of Celebrations and Festivals

A Year Full of Celebrations and Festivals
Author: Claire Grace
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2021-01-05
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0711245444

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With fact-filled text accompanied by beautifully bright illustrations from the wonderfully talented Chris Corr, prepare yourself for a journey as we travel around the world celebrating and uncovering a visual feast of culture. Countless different festivals are celebrated all over the world throughout the year. Some are national holidays, celebrated for religious and cultural reasons, or to mark an important date in history, while others are just for fun. Give thanks and tuck into a delicious meal with friends and family at Thanksgiving, get caught up in a messy tomato fight in Spain at La Tomatina, add a splash of color to your day at the Holi festival of colors and celebrate the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr. on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The World Full of… series is a collection of beautiful hardcover story treasuries. Discover folktales from all around the world or be introduced to some of the world’s best-loved writers with these stunning gift books, the perfection addition to any child’s library. Also available from the series: A Year Full of Stories, A World Full of Animal Stories, A Stage Full of Shakespeare Stories, A World Full of Dickens Stories, A World Full of Spooky Stories, and A Bedtime Full of Stories.

Mother God

Mother God
Author: Teresa Kim Pecinovsky
Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2022
Genre: RELIGION
ISBN: 1506479014

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Mother God introduces readers to a dozen images of God inspired by feminine descriptions from Scripture.

Folk Tales from Japan

Folk Tales from Japan
Author: Florence Sakade
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 106
Release: 2020-08-04
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1462921906

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"Filled with now-familiar favorites, along with lesser known yet equally delightful tales, this enduring collection presents stories to enchant and enlighten young readers." -- School Library Journal From singing turtles and flying farmers to a weeping dragon and rice bags that replenish themselves, readers of all ages will find engaging characters and moments of magic in these beloved Japanese folk tales. The stories in this collection include: The Magic Mortar--A tale that explains why the sea is salty How to Fool a Cat--A funny story about a clever woodworker The Rolling Mochi Cakes--Good food, a beautiful song and a lesson on the benefits of sharing with others The Dragon's Tears--A sweet tale about first impressions, kindness and inclusivity Broken up into 16 folk tales, this book will become a go-to for bedtime and storytime. Kids (and adults!) will have the opportunity to learn more about Japanese culture in a fun, accessible way.