Little One-Inch and Other Japanese Children's Favorite Stories (Favorite Children's Stories) - Hardcover

"The books have a generous, easy-to-handle size and the text is produced in a large font. Charmingly decorated endpapers welcome readers. All of the artwork-consisting of numerous full-page pictures and smaller detail illustrations-is in color. The delicate paintings blend traditional images with touches of gentle humor. Incorporating straightforward language and clear dialogue, the retellings are accessible to youngsters and read aloud smoothly." -School Library Journal

With this Japanese book for children, your whole family can experience the wonder and excitement that these well-loved tales bring to story time. Welcome to a fantastic world populated by mischievous monkeys, a dragon king and a host of other beloved characters who have lived on for centuries in the traditional tales of Japan. Drawn from folklore passed down from generation to generation, the ten enchanting stories collected in this Japanese children's book have been lovingly retold for today's readers. Vibrantly illustrated in full colour and packed with thrilling adventures, funny discoveries and important lessons, they're sure to become story time favourites and serve as an introduction to Japan and its culture. Included are some of Japan's classic folktales: The Spider Weaver Little One-Inch The Badger and the Magic Fan Mr. Lucky Straw Why the Jellyfish Has No Bones The Old Man Who Made Trees Blossom The Crab and the Monkey The Ogre and the Rooster The Rabbit Who Crossed the Sea The Grateful Statues. Readers of any age and culture will find much to love and return to time and again in Little One-Inch And Other Japanese Children's favourite Stories.