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121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 1 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

BOOKS ABOUT JAPAN FOR KIDSOctober 26 2014 by kidworldcitizen mdash 1 Comment

Search this website

MEET BECKY TEACHER AUTHOR MOM

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teacher 5 bilingual

and multicultural

kids sharing ideas

to teach kids about

world cultures and

our planet through travel food music

celebrations service maps art and

projects click here rarr

Sponsored

1 rsaquoTOP 10 MUST READ BOOKS

2 rsaquoBEST SMALL BUSINESSES TO

3 rsaquoCOST OF SELF PUBLISHING A

4 rsaquoUSED BOOK DEALERS

5 rsaquoUSED BOOKS ON SALE

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121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 2 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

One of my favorite ways to introduce kids to other cultures is through high-quality multicultural

childrenrsquos literature These books about Japan for kids touch on common familiar themes like

food sports housing games- and many also introduce some Japanese words Letrsquos explore

Japan through books

This post contains ailiate links Thank you for your support

My Awesome Japan Adventure A Diary about the Best 4 Months Ever by Rebecca Otowa I

highly recommend this incredible cultural gem- my kids poured over the pictures and text This

is one of the best books about Japan for kids we reviewed Absolutely packed with cultural

information geography breakfast school origami history rice harvest food pastimes

customs tea ceremony- and much much more Itrsquos unique layout and and illustrations (see

SEE ALL

Emoji Poster ofFeelings I Feel forSelf-Aware

FREE

POPULAR GLOBAL PICKS

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 3 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

above) cover so many aspects of Japan- and mix the authentic information with the fictional

journal of a 5th grade boy

My First Book of Japanese Words An ABC Rhyming Book by Michelle Haney Brown Such a sweet

book that introduces a kid-friendly Japanese word for every letter of the alphabet in rhyming

prose The painted illustrations are colorful and whimsical that keep the kids interested

I Live in Tokyo by Mari Takabayashi I love this book about a year in the life of seven-year-old

Mimiko who shares her festivals food and activities month by month The colorful illustrations

and the Japanese words throughout highlight diverse aspects of daily life and special occasions

and keep kids interested throughout the entire story Written from a childrsquos perspective this

captivates young readers and keeps them interested throughout

Japanese Childrenrsquos Favorite Stories and More Japanese Childrenrsquos Favorite Stories Anniversary

Edition by Florence Sakade These collections of Japanese stories have been adored by children

for more than 60 years The fables adventures and traditional tales are delightfully illustrated

and masterfully written to pass on Japanese culture and wisdom while engaging children and

adults What I especially love is sitting down with the kids and letting them each choose a story

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 4 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

at 3-8 pages each they are short sweet and very interesting keeping the kidsrsquo attention (and

hungry for more)

Japanese Nursery Rhymes Carp Streamers Falling Rain and Other Traditional Favorites by

Danielle Wright This lovely book and CD include both traditional (Warabe Uta) Japenese

nursery rhymes and games and more modern childrenrsquos songs (Dōyō) The verses are written

out in Japanese and English (see below picture) and sung in both languages on the CD What a

beautiful way to introduce Japanese culture to children even just playing the songs in the

background while kids play will accustom their little ears to the dierence cadence and tone

used in Japanese

Herersquos a close-up of one of the pages in the Japanese Nursery Rhyme Book

Create strategic automatic social

campaigns for your blog posts that drive

traffic for an entire year

Get started for free

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 5 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

All About Japan Stories Songs Cras and More by Willamarie Moore What a treasure trove of

cultural information about Japan for kids This book is packed with activities and descriptions

of geography celebrations everyday life language and more This interactive reference guide

has so many great ideas that would be perfect for a Japan unit of study or to investigate dierent

aspects of Japanese culture- a must have for libraries and schools looking for multicultural

references

Yokorsquos Paper Cranes by Rosemary Wells Illustrated with origami paints stamps and gold leaf

artwork the story tells the story of Yoko (the cat) who moves from Japan- and her loving

grandparents- to California The story not only explains a bit of Japanese culture but also is a

sweet story that highlights the relationship between Yoko and her grandparents

The Way We Do It in Japan by Geneva Cobb Iijima A young child whose dad is from Japan and

mom is from the US moves to Japan this cute story is packed with cultural information

specifically for kids like houses furniture school food and Japanese words This will appeal to

kids especially from families who are multiethnic or expats (but really anyone)

Moshi Moshi by Jonathan London Two brothers spend the summer with their penpal and learn

some Japanese words and all about Japanese customs My kids really enjoyed the illustrations

which showed scenes of daily life in both urban and rural settings

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 6 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Erika-San by Allen Say A little girl spends her childhood imagining life in a small town in Japan

and one day her dreams come true in a quaint teahouse The illustrations of Japanese life- from

the bullet train in Tokyo to riding bikes through the rice paddies- enthralled us

Tea with Milk by Allen Say May lives in San Francisco with her Japanese parents and grows up

straddling American culture and traditional Japanese culture When the family moves back to

Japan May struggles to fit in until discovers what really makes a place a ldquohomerdquo The author

explains at the end of this lovely book that this is the true story of his parents

Crow Boy by Taro Yashima Based on a true story from the authorrsquos life Crow Boy is a young boy

from the rural mountains who travels to go to the village school every day He is made fun of and

ostracized until a new teacher discovers and exposes his talent to the children The children

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 7 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

recognize their cruelty and make amends in the end as the book wraps up with a moral lesson

on compassion and appreciating our uniqueness

ANIMAL-THEMED JAPAN BOOKS FOR KIDS

Hachiko The True Story of a Loyal Dog by Pamela S Turner You might have heard the story (or

seen the film) about the loyal dog Hachiko who faithfully went to the train station every day (for

more than 10 years) to wait for his owner who had passed away Animal lovers will adore

Hachiko

Turtle Bay by Saviour Pirotta and Nilesh Mistry Two children learn about how sea turtles lay

their eggs and later hatch on a Japanese beach from a wise old man who follows their annual

journey and prepares the beach for their arrival This book would pair well with the Sea Turtle

movie and cra activity we did earlier

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 8 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

The Beckoning Cat Based on a Japanese Folktale If yoursquove ever gone to a Japanese restaurant

you might have seen a status of a white cat with its paw up ldquobeckoningrdquo you inside In this

traditional Japanese folktale we learn the story and symbolism behind the good-luck cat who

repays the kindness of a poor boy Once you read this book you will notice the symbol of the

beckoning cat where you never saw it before

Wabi Sabi by Mark Reibstein and illustrated by the fabulous Ed Young The complex Japanese

philosophy of Wabi Sabi is introduced to kids in this clever and simple book about a cat

searching for the meaning of its name (Wabi Sabi) According to the introduction of the book

Wabi Sabi is a way of seeing the world that is at the heart of the Japanese culture It finds

beauty and harmony in what is simple imperfect natural modest and mysterioushellip It

may be best understood as a feeling rather than as an idea

The reader becomes absorbed with the paper-cut illustrations and the haikus written within the

text- slowly discovering that beauty in simplicity

JAPANESE HAIKU

ldquo

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 9 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Click here to learn more about Japanese haiku and Basho the haiku master

What I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings andWhat I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings and

contemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters andcontemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters and

topics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me knowtopics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me know

in the commentsin the comments

Filed Under Asia Japan Language Literature

Tagged With cats dogs fiction childrens books Japanese non-fiction childrens books sea turtles

RELATED

Books about Japan and Baseball Learn from Basho the Master of

the Haiku

Introduce Life in Ethiopia Through

Childrens BooksJune 14 2015

In Asia May 2 2012

In Asia

December 28 2011

In Africa

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 10 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

AN ELITE CAFEMEDIA FAMILY amp PARENTING PUBLISHER

laquo Learn about Liberia Facts History and Culture Day of the Dead Skeleton Cra raquo

BY CATEGORY

Select Category

BY DATE

Select Month

SEARCH

Search this website

WHAT DO YOU THINK I LOVE TO HEAR FROM MY READERS)

Enter your comment hereEnter your comment here

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam Learn how your comment data is processed

Follow on Instagram

copy KID WORLD CITIZEN 2011 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED THE MATERIAL ON THIS SITE MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED DISTRIBUTED TRANSMITTED CACHED OR OTHERWISE USED EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY

PERMITTED IN WRITING BY KID WORLD CITIZEN

Load More

times

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 2 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

One of my favorite ways to introduce kids to other cultures is through high-quality multicultural

childrenrsquos literature These books about Japan for kids touch on common familiar themes like

food sports housing games- and many also introduce some Japanese words Letrsquos explore

Japan through books

This post contains ailiate links Thank you for your support

My Awesome Japan Adventure A Diary about the Best 4 Months Ever by Rebecca Otowa I

highly recommend this incredible cultural gem- my kids poured over the pictures and text This

is one of the best books about Japan for kids we reviewed Absolutely packed with cultural

information geography breakfast school origami history rice harvest food pastimes

customs tea ceremony- and much much more Itrsquos unique layout and and illustrations (see

SEE ALL

Emoji Poster ofFeelings I Feel forSelf-Aware

FREE

POPULAR GLOBAL PICKS

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 3 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

above) cover so many aspects of Japan- and mix the authentic information with the fictional

journal of a 5th grade boy

My First Book of Japanese Words An ABC Rhyming Book by Michelle Haney Brown Such a sweet

book that introduces a kid-friendly Japanese word for every letter of the alphabet in rhyming

prose The painted illustrations are colorful and whimsical that keep the kids interested

I Live in Tokyo by Mari Takabayashi I love this book about a year in the life of seven-year-old

Mimiko who shares her festivals food and activities month by month The colorful illustrations

and the Japanese words throughout highlight diverse aspects of daily life and special occasions

and keep kids interested throughout the entire story Written from a childrsquos perspective this

captivates young readers and keeps them interested throughout

Japanese Childrenrsquos Favorite Stories and More Japanese Childrenrsquos Favorite Stories Anniversary

Edition by Florence Sakade These collections of Japanese stories have been adored by children

for more than 60 years The fables adventures and traditional tales are delightfully illustrated

and masterfully written to pass on Japanese culture and wisdom while engaging children and

adults What I especially love is sitting down with the kids and letting them each choose a story

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 4 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

at 3-8 pages each they are short sweet and very interesting keeping the kidsrsquo attention (and

hungry for more)

Japanese Nursery Rhymes Carp Streamers Falling Rain and Other Traditional Favorites by

Danielle Wright This lovely book and CD include both traditional (Warabe Uta) Japenese

nursery rhymes and games and more modern childrenrsquos songs (Dōyō) The verses are written

out in Japanese and English (see below picture) and sung in both languages on the CD What a

beautiful way to introduce Japanese culture to children even just playing the songs in the

background while kids play will accustom their little ears to the dierence cadence and tone

used in Japanese

Herersquos a close-up of one of the pages in the Japanese Nursery Rhyme Book

Create strategic automatic social

campaigns for your blog posts that drive

traffic for an entire year

Get started for free

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 5 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

All About Japan Stories Songs Cras and More by Willamarie Moore What a treasure trove of

cultural information about Japan for kids This book is packed with activities and descriptions

of geography celebrations everyday life language and more This interactive reference guide

has so many great ideas that would be perfect for a Japan unit of study or to investigate dierent

aspects of Japanese culture- a must have for libraries and schools looking for multicultural

references

Yokorsquos Paper Cranes by Rosemary Wells Illustrated with origami paints stamps and gold leaf

artwork the story tells the story of Yoko (the cat) who moves from Japan- and her loving

grandparents- to California The story not only explains a bit of Japanese culture but also is a

sweet story that highlights the relationship between Yoko and her grandparents

The Way We Do It in Japan by Geneva Cobb Iijima A young child whose dad is from Japan and

mom is from the US moves to Japan this cute story is packed with cultural information

specifically for kids like houses furniture school food and Japanese words This will appeal to

kids especially from families who are multiethnic or expats (but really anyone)

Moshi Moshi by Jonathan London Two brothers spend the summer with their penpal and learn

some Japanese words and all about Japanese customs My kids really enjoyed the illustrations

which showed scenes of daily life in both urban and rural settings

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 6 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Erika-San by Allen Say A little girl spends her childhood imagining life in a small town in Japan

and one day her dreams come true in a quaint teahouse The illustrations of Japanese life- from

the bullet train in Tokyo to riding bikes through the rice paddies- enthralled us

Tea with Milk by Allen Say May lives in San Francisco with her Japanese parents and grows up

straddling American culture and traditional Japanese culture When the family moves back to

Japan May struggles to fit in until discovers what really makes a place a ldquohomerdquo The author

explains at the end of this lovely book that this is the true story of his parents

Crow Boy by Taro Yashima Based on a true story from the authorrsquos life Crow Boy is a young boy

from the rural mountains who travels to go to the village school every day He is made fun of and

ostracized until a new teacher discovers and exposes his talent to the children The children

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 7 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

recognize their cruelty and make amends in the end as the book wraps up with a moral lesson

on compassion and appreciating our uniqueness

ANIMAL-THEMED JAPAN BOOKS FOR KIDS

Hachiko The True Story of a Loyal Dog by Pamela S Turner You might have heard the story (or

seen the film) about the loyal dog Hachiko who faithfully went to the train station every day (for

more than 10 years) to wait for his owner who had passed away Animal lovers will adore

Hachiko

Turtle Bay by Saviour Pirotta and Nilesh Mistry Two children learn about how sea turtles lay

their eggs and later hatch on a Japanese beach from a wise old man who follows their annual

journey and prepares the beach for their arrival This book would pair well with the Sea Turtle

movie and cra activity we did earlier

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 8 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

The Beckoning Cat Based on a Japanese Folktale If yoursquove ever gone to a Japanese restaurant

you might have seen a status of a white cat with its paw up ldquobeckoningrdquo you inside In this

traditional Japanese folktale we learn the story and symbolism behind the good-luck cat who

repays the kindness of a poor boy Once you read this book you will notice the symbol of the

beckoning cat where you never saw it before

Wabi Sabi by Mark Reibstein and illustrated by the fabulous Ed Young The complex Japanese

philosophy of Wabi Sabi is introduced to kids in this clever and simple book about a cat

searching for the meaning of its name (Wabi Sabi) According to the introduction of the book

Wabi Sabi is a way of seeing the world that is at the heart of the Japanese culture It finds

beauty and harmony in what is simple imperfect natural modest and mysterioushellip It

may be best understood as a feeling rather than as an idea

The reader becomes absorbed with the paper-cut illustrations and the haikus written within the

text- slowly discovering that beauty in simplicity

JAPANESE HAIKU

ldquo

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 9 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Click here to learn more about Japanese haiku and Basho the haiku master

What I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings andWhat I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings and

contemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters andcontemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters and

topics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me knowtopics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me know

in the commentsin the comments

Filed Under Asia Japan Language Literature

Tagged With cats dogs fiction childrens books Japanese non-fiction childrens books sea turtles

RELATED

Books about Japan and Baseball Learn from Basho the Master of

the Haiku

Introduce Life in Ethiopia Through

Childrens BooksJune 14 2015

In Asia May 2 2012

In Asia

December 28 2011

In Africa

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 10 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

AN ELITE CAFEMEDIA FAMILY amp PARENTING PUBLISHER

laquo Learn about Liberia Facts History and Culture Day of the Dead Skeleton Cra raquo

BY CATEGORY

Select Category

BY DATE

Select Month

SEARCH

Search this website

WHAT DO YOU THINK I LOVE TO HEAR FROM MY READERS)

Enter your comment hereEnter your comment here

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam Learn how your comment data is processed

Follow on Instagram

copy KID WORLD CITIZEN 2011 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED THE MATERIAL ON THIS SITE MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED DISTRIBUTED TRANSMITTED CACHED OR OTHERWISE USED EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY

PERMITTED IN WRITING BY KID WORLD CITIZEN

Load More

times

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 3 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

above) cover so many aspects of Japan- and mix the authentic information with the fictional

journal of a 5th grade boy

My First Book of Japanese Words An ABC Rhyming Book by Michelle Haney Brown Such a sweet

book that introduces a kid-friendly Japanese word for every letter of the alphabet in rhyming

prose The painted illustrations are colorful and whimsical that keep the kids interested

I Live in Tokyo by Mari Takabayashi I love this book about a year in the life of seven-year-old

Mimiko who shares her festivals food and activities month by month The colorful illustrations

and the Japanese words throughout highlight diverse aspects of daily life and special occasions

and keep kids interested throughout the entire story Written from a childrsquos perspective this

captivates young readers and keeps them interested throughout

Japanese Childrenrsquos Favorite Stories and More Japanese Childrenrsquos Favorite Stories Anniversary

Edition by Florence Sakade These collections of Japanese stories have been adored by children

for more than 60 years The fables adventures and traditional tales are delightfully illustrated

and masterfully written to pass on Japanese culture and wisdom while engaging children and

adults What I especially love is sitting down with the kids and letting them each choose a story

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 4 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

at 3-8 pages each they are short sweet and very interesting keeping the kidsrsquo attention (and

hungry for more)

Japanese Nursery Rhymes Carp Streamers Falling Rain and Other Traditional Favorites by

Danielle Wright This lovely book and CD include both traditional (Warabe Uta) Japenese

nursery rhymes and games and more modern childrenrsquos songs (Dōyō) The verses are written

out in Japanese and English (see below picture) and sung in both languages on the CD What a

beautiful way to introduce Japanese culture to children even just playing the songs in the

background while kids play will accustom their little ears to the dierence cadence and tone

used in Japanese

Herersquos a close-up of one of the pages in the Japanese Nursery Rhyme Book

Create strategic automatic social

campaigns for your blog posts that drive

traffic for an entire year

Get started for free

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 5 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

All About Japan Stories Songs Cras and More by Willamarie Moore What a treasure trove of

cultural information about Japan for kids This book is packed with activities and descriptions

of geography celebrations everyday life language and more This interactive reference guide

has so many great ideas that would be perfect for a Japan unit of study or to investigate dierent

aspects of Japanese culture- a must have for libraries and schools looking for multicultural

references

Yokorsquos Paper Cranes by Rosemary Wells Illustrated with origami paints stamps and gold leaf

artwork the story tells the story of Yoko (the cat) who moves from Japan- and her loving

grandparents- to California The story not only explains a bit of Japanese culture but also is a

sweet story that highlights the relationship between Yoko and her grandparents

The Way We Do It in Japan by Geneva Cobb Iijima A young child whose dad is from Japan and

mom is from the US moves to Japan this cute story is packed with cultural information

specifically for kids like houses furniture school food and Japanese words This will appeal to

kids especially from families who are multiethnic or expats (but really anyone)

Moshi Moshi by Jonathan London Two brothers spend the summer with their penpal and learn

some Japanese words and all about Japanese customs My kids really enjoyed the illustrations

which showed scenes of daily life in both urban and rural settings

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 6 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Erika-San by Allen Say A little girl spends her childhood imagining life in a small town in Japan

and one day her dreams come true in a quaint teahouse The illustrations of Japanese life- from

the bullet train in Tokyo to riding bikes through the rice paddies- enthralled us

Tea with Milk by Allen Say May lives in San Francisco with her Japanese parents and grows up

straddling American culture and traditional Japanese culture When the family moves back to

Japan May struggles to fit in until discovers what really makes a place a ldquohomerdquo The author

explains at the end of this lovely book that this is the true story of his parents

Crow Boy by Taro Yashima Based on a true story from the authorrsquos life Crow Boy is a young boy

from the rural mountains who travels to go to the village school every day He is made fun of and

ostracized until a new teacher discovers and exposes his talent to the children The children

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 7 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

recognize their cruelty and make amends in the end as the book wraps up with a moral lesson

on compassion and appreciating our uniqueness

ANIMAL-THEMED JAPAN BOOKS FOR KIDS

Hachiko The True Story of a Loyal Dog by Pamela S Turner You might have heard the story (or

seen the film) about the loyal dog Hachiko who faithfully went to the train station every day (for

more than 10 years) to wait for his owner who had passed away Animal lovers will adore

Hachiko

Turtle Bay by Saviour Pirotta and Nilesh Mistry Two children learn about how sea turtles lay

their eggs and later hatch on a Japanese beach from a wise old man who follows their annual

journey and prepares the beach for their arrival This book would pair well with the Sea Turtle

movie and cra activity we did earlier

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 8 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

The Beckoning Cat Based on a Japanese Folktale If yoursquove ever gone to a Japanese restaurant

you might have seen a status of a white cat with its paw up ldquobeckoningrdquo you inside In this

traditional Japanese folktale we learn the story and symbolism behind the good-luck cat who

repays the kindness of a poor boy Once you read this book you will notice the symbol of the

beckoning cat where you never saw it before

Wabi Sabi by Mark Reibstein and illustrated by the fabulous Ed Young The complex Japanese

philosophy of Wabi Sabi is introduced to kids in this clever and simple book about a cat

searching for the meaning of its name (Wabi Sabi) According to the introduction of the book

Wabi Sabi is a way of seeing the world that is at the heart of the Japanese culture It finds

beauty and harmony in what is simple imperfect natural modest and mysterioushellip It

may be best understood as a feeling rather than as an idea

The reader becomes absorbed with the paper-cut illustrations and the haikus written within the

text- slowly discovering that beauty in simplicity

JAPANESE HAIKU

ldquo

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 9 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Click here to learn more about Japanese haiku and Basho the haiku master

What I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings andWhat I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings and

contemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters andcontemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters and

topics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me knowtopics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me know

in the commentsin the comments

Filed Under Asia Japan Language Literature

Tagged With cats dogs fiction childrens books Japanese non-fiction childrens books sea turtles

RELATED

Books about Japan and Baseball Learn from Basho the Master of

the Haiku

Introduce Life in Ethiopia Through

Childrens BooksJune 14 2015

In Asia May 2 2012

In Asia

December 28 2011

In Africa

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 10 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

AN ELITE CAFEMEDIA FAMILY amp PARENTING PUBLISHER

laquo Learn about Liberia Facts History and Culture Day of the Dead Skeleton Cra raquo

BY CATEGORY

Select Category

BY DATE

Select Month

SEARCH

Search this website

WHAT DO YOU THINK I LOVE TO HEAR FROM MY READERS)

Enter your comment hereEnter your comment here

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam Learn how your comment data is processed

Follow on Instagram

copy KID WORLD CITIZEN 2011 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED THE MATERIAL ON THIS SITE MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED DISTRIBUTED TRANSMITTED CACHED OR OTHERWISE USED EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY

PERMITTED IN WRITING BY KID WORLD CITIZEN

Load More

times

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 4 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

at 3-8 pages each they are short sweet and very interesting keeping the kidsrsquo attention (and

hungry for more)

Japanese Nursery Rhymes Carp Streamers Falling Rain and Other Traditional Favorites by

Danielle Wright This lovely book and CD include both traditional (Warabe Uta) Japenese

nursery rhymes and games and more modern childrenrsquos songs (Dōyō) The verses are written

out in Japanese and English (see below picture) and sung in both languages on the CD What a

beautiful way to introduce Japanese culture to children even just playing the songs in the

background while kids play will accustom their little ears to the dierence cadence and tone

used in Japanese

Herersquos a close-up of one of the pages in the Japanese Nursery Rhyme Book

Create strategic automatic social

campaigns for your blog posts that drive

traffic for an entire year

Get started for free

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 5 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

All About Japan Stories Songs Cras and More by Willamarie Moore What a treasure trove of

cultural information about Japan for kids This book is packed with activities and descriptions

of geography celebrations everyday life language and more This interactive reference guide

has so many great ideas that would be perfect for a Japan unit of study or to investigate dierent

aspects of Japanese culture- a must have for libraries and schools looking for multicultural

references

Yokorsquos Paper Cranes by Rosemary Wells Illustrated with origami paints stamps and gold leaf

artwork the story tells the story of Yoko (the cat) who moves from Japan- and her loving

grandparents- to California The story not only explains a bit of Japanese culture but also is a

sweet story that highlights the relationship between Yoko and her grandparents

The Way We Do It in Japan by Geneva Cobb Iijima A young child whose dad is from Japan and

mom is from the US moves to Japan this cute story is packed with cultural information

specifically for kids like houses furniture school food and Japanese words This will appeal to

kids especially from families who are multiethnic or expats (but really anyone)

Moshi Moshi by Jonathan London Two brothers spend the summer with their penpal and learn

some Japanese words and all about Japanese customs My kids really enjoyed the illustrations

which showed scenes of daily life in both urban and rural settings

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 6 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Erika-San by Allen Say A little girl spends her childhood imagining life in a small town in Japan

and one day her dreams come true in a quaint teahouse The illustrations of Japanese life- from

the bullet train in Tokyo to riding bikes through the rice paddies- enthralled us

Tea with Milk by Allen Say May lives in San Francisco with her Japanese parents and grows up

straddling American culture and traditional Japanese culture When the family moves back to

Japan May struggles to fit in until discovers what really makes a place a ldquohomerdquo The author

explains at the end of this lovely book that this is the true story of his parents

Crow Boy by Taro Yashima Based on a true story from the authorrsquos life Crow Boy is a young boy

from the rural mountains who travels to go to the village school every day He is made fun of and

ostracized until a new teacher discovers and exposes his talent to the children The children

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 7 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

recognize their cruelty and make amends in the end as the book wraps up with a moral lesson

on compassion and appreciating our uniqueness

ANIMAL-THEMED JAPAN BOOKS FOR KIDS

Hachiko The True Story of a Loyal Dog by Pamela S Turner You might have heard the story (or

seen the film) about the loyal dog Hachiko who faithfully went to the train station every day (for

more than 10 years) to wait for his owner who had passed away Animal lovers will adore

Hachiko

Turtle Bay by Saviour Pirotta and Nilesh Mistry Two children learn about how sea turtles lay

their eggs and later hatch on a Japanese beach from a wise old man who follows their annual

journey and prepares the beach for their arrival This book would pair well with the Sea Turtle

movie and cra activity we did earlier

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 8 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

The Beckoning Cat Based on a Japanese Folktale If yoursquove ever gone to a Japanese restaurant

you might have seen a status of a white cat with its paw up ldquobeckoningrdquo you inside In this

traditional Japanese folktale we learn the story and symbolism behind the good-luck cat who

repays the kindness of a poor boy Once you read this book you will notice the symbol of the

beckoning cat where you never saw it before

Wabi Sabi by Mark Reibstein and illustrated by the fabulous Ed Young The complex Japanese

philosophy of Wabi Sabi is introduced to kids in this clever and simple book about a cat

searching for the meaning of its name (Wabi Sabi) According to the introduction of the book

Wabi Sabi is a way of seeing the world that is at the heart of the Japanese culture It finds

beauty and harmony in what is simple imperfect natural modest and mysterioushellip It

may be best understood as a feeling rather than as an idea

The reader becomes absorbed with the paper-cut illustrations and the haikus written within the

text- slowly discovering that beauty in simplicity

JAPANESE HAIKU

ldquo

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 9 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Click here to learn more about Japanese haiku and Basho the haiku master

What I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings andWhat I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings and

contemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters andcontemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters and

topics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me knowtopics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me know

in the commentsin the comments

Filed Under Asia Japan Language Literature

Tagged With cats dogs fiction childrens books Japanese non-fiction childrens books sea turtles

RELATED

Books about Japan and Baseball Learn from Basho the Master of

the Haiku

Introduce Life in Ethiopia Through

Childrens BooksJune 14 2015

In Asia May 2 2012

In Asia

December 28 2011

In Africa

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 10 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

AN ELITE CAFEMEDIA FAMILY amp PARENTING PUBLISHER

laquo Learn about Liberia Facts History and Culture Day of the Dead Skeleton Cra raquo

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All About Japan Stories Songs Cras and More by Willamarie Moore What a treasure trove of

cultural information about Japan for kids This book is packed with activities and descriptions

of geography celebrations everyday life language and more This interactive reference guide

has so many great ideas that would be perfect for a Japan unit of study or to investigate dierent

aspects of Japanese culture- a must have for libraries and schools looking for multicultural

references

Yokorsquos Paper Cranes by Rosemary Wells Illustrated with origami paints stamps and gold leaf

artwork the story tells the story of Yoko (the cat) who moves from Japan- and her loving

grandparents- to California The story not only explains a bit of Japanese culture but also is a

sweet story that highlights the relationship between Yoko and her grandparents

The Way We Do It in Japan by Geneva Cobb Iijima A young child whose dad is from Japan and

mom is from the US moves to Japan this cute story is packed with cultural information

specifically for kids like houses furniture school food and Japanese words This will appeal to

kids especially from families who are multiethnic or expats (but really anyone)

Moshi Moshi by Jonathan London Two brothers spend the summer with their penpal and learn

some Japanese words and all about Japanese customs My kids really enjoyed the illustrations

which showed scenes of daily life in both urban and rural settings

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 6 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Erika-San by Allen Say A little girl spends her childhood imagining life in a small town in Japan

and one day her dreams come true in a quaint teahouse The illustrations of Japanese life- from

the bullet train in Tokyo to riding bikes through the rice paddies- enthralled us

Tea with Milk by Allen Say May lives in San Francisco with her Japanese parents and grows up

straddling American culture and traditional Japanese culture When the family moves back to

Japan May struggles to fit in until discovers what really makes a place a ldquohomerdquo The author

explains at the end of this lovely book that this is the true story of his parents

Crow Boy by Taro Yashima Based on a true story from the authorrsquos life Crow Boy is a young boy

from the rural mountains who travels to go to the village school every day He is made fun of and

ostracized until a new teacher discovers and exposes his talent to the children The children

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 7 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

recognize their cruelty and make amends in the end as the book wraps up with a moral lesson

on compassion and appreciating our uniqueness

ANIMAL-THEMED JAPAN BOOKS FOR KIDS

Hachiko The True Story of a Loyal Dog by Pamela S Turner You might have heard the story (or

seen the film) about the loyal dog Hachiko who faithfully went to the train station every day (for

more than 10 years) to wait for his owner who had passed away Animal lovers will adore

Hachiko

Turtle Bay by Saviour Pirotta and Nilesh Mistry Two children learn about how sea turtles lay

their eggs and later hatch on a Japanese beach from a wise old man who follows their annual

journey and prepares the beach for their arrival This book would pair well with the Sea Turtle

movie and cra activity we did earlier

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 8 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

The Beckoning Cat Based on a Japanese Folktale If yoursquove ever gone to a Japanese restaurant

you might have seen a status of a white cat with its paw up ldquobeckoningrdquo you inside In this

traditional Japanese folktale we learn the story and symbolism behind the good-luck cat who

repays the kindness of a poor boy Once you read this book you will notice the symbol of the

beckoning cat where you never saw it before

Wabi Sabi by Mark Reibstein and illustrated by the fabulous Ed Young The complex Japanese

philosophy of Wabi Sabi is introduced to kids in this clever and simple book about a cat

searching for the meaning of its name (Wabi Sabi) According to the introduction of the book

Wabi Sabi is a way of seeing the world that is at the heart of the Japanese culture It finds

beauty and harmony in what is simple imperfect natural modest and mysterioushellip It

may be best understood as a feeling rather than as an idea

The reader becomes absorbed with the paper-cut illustrations and the haikus written within the

text- slowly discovering that beauty in simplicity

JAPANESE HAIKU

ldquo

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 9 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Click here to learn more about Japanese haiku and Basho the haiku master

What I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings andWhat I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings and

contemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters andcontemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters and

topics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me knowtopics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me know

in the commentsin the comments

Filed Under Asia Japan Language Literature

Tagged With cats dogs fiction childrens books Japanese non-fiction childrens books sea turtles

RELATED

Books about Japan and Baseball Learn from Basho the Master of

the Haiku

Introduce Life in Ethiopia Through

Childrens BooksJune 14 2015

In Asia May 2 2012

In Asia

December 28 2011

In Africa

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 10 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

AN ELITE CAFEMEDIA FAMILY amp PARENTING PUBLISHER

laquo Learn about Liberia Facts History and Culture Day of the Dead Skeleton Cra raquo

BY CATEGORY

Select Category

BY DATE

Select Month

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121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 6 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Erika-San by Allen Say A little girl spends her childhood imagining life in a small town in Japan

and one day her dreams come true in a quaint teahouse The illustrations of Japanese life- from

the bullet train in Tokyo to riding bikes through the rice paddies- enthralled us

Tea with Milk by Allen Say May lives in San Francisco with her Japanese parents and grows up

straddling American culture and traditional Japanese culture When the family moves back to

Japan May struggles to fit in until discovers what really makes a place a ldquohomerdquo The author

explains at the end of this lovely book that this is the true story of his parents

Crow Boy by Taro Yashima Based on a true story from the authorrsquos life Crow Boy is a young boy

from the rural mountains who travels to go to the village school every day He is made fun of and

ostracized until a new teacher discovers and exposes his talent to the children The children

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 7 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

recognize their cruelty and make amends in the end as the book wraps up with a moral lesson

on compassion and appreciating our uniqueness

ANIMAL-THEMED JAPAN BOOKS FOR KIDS

Hachiko The True Story of a Loyal Dog by Pamela S Turner You might have heard the story (or

seen the film) about the loyal dog Hachiko who faithfully went to the train station every day (for

more than 10 years) to wait for his owner who had passed away Animal lovers will adore

Hachiko

Turtle Bay by Saviour Pirotta and Nilesh Mistry Two children learn about how sea turtles lay

their eggs and later hatch on a Japanese beach from a wise old man who follows their annual

journey and prepares the beach for their arrival This book would pair well with the Sea Turtle

movie and cra activity we did earlier

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 8 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

The Beckoning Cat Based on a Japanese Folktale If yoursquove ever gone to a Japanese restaurant

you might have seen a status of a white cat with its paw up ldquobeckoningrdquo you inside In this

traditional Japanese folktale we learn the story and symbolism behind the good-luck cat who

repays the kindness of a poor boy Once you read this book you will notice the symbol of the

beckoning cat where you never saw it before

Wabi Sabi by Mark Reibstein and illustrated by the fabulous Ed Young The complex Japanese

philosophy of Wabi Sabi is introduced to kids in this clever and simple book about a cat

searching for the meaning of its name (Wabi Sabi) According to the introduction of the book

Wabi Sabi is a way of seeing the world that is at the heart of the Japanese culture It finds

beauty and harmony in what is simple imperfect natural modest and mysterioushellip It

may be best understood as a feeling rather than as an idea

The reader becomes absorbed with the paper-cut illustrations and the haikus written within the

text- slowly discovering that beauty in simplicity

JAPANESE HAIKU

ldquo

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 9 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Click here to learn more about Japanese haiku and Basho the haiku master

What I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings andWhat I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings and

contemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters andcontemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters and

topics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me knowtopics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me know

in the commentsin the comments

Filed Under Asia Japan Language Literature

Tagged With cats dogs fiction childrens books Japanese non-fiction childrens books sea turtles

RELATED

Books about Japan and Baseball Learn from Basho the Master of

the Haiku

Introduce Life in Ethiopia Through

Childrens BooksJune 14 2015

In Asia May 2 2012

In Asia

December 28 2011

In Africa

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 10 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

AN ELITE CAFEMEDIA FAMILY amp PARENTING PUBLISHER

laquo Learn about Liberia Facts History and Culture Day of the Dead Skeleton Cra raquo

BY CATEGORY

Select Category

BY DATE

Select Month

SEARCH

Search this website

WHAT DO YOU THINK I LOVE TO HEAR FROM MY READERS)

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copy KID WORLD CITIZEN 2011 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED THE MATERIAL ON THIS SITE MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED DISTRIBUTED TRANSMITTED CACHED OR OTHERWISE USED EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY

PERMITTED IN WRITING BY KID WORLD CITIZEN

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121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 7 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

recognize their cruelty and make amends in the end as the book wraps up with a moral lesson

on compassion and appreciating our uniqueness

ANIMAL-THEMED JAPAN BOOKS FOR KIDS

Hachiko The True Story of a Loyal Dog by Pamela S Turner You might have heard the story (or

seen the film) about the loyal dog Hachiko who faithfully went to the train station every day (for

more than 10 years) to wait for his owner who had passed away Animal lovers will adore

Hachiko

Turtle Bay by Saviour Pirotta and Nilesh Mistry Two children learn about how sea turtles lay

their eggs and later hatch on a Japanese beach from a wise old man who follows their annual

journey and prepares the beach for their arrival This book would pair well with the Sea Turtle

movie and cra activity we did earlier

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 8 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

The Beckoning Cat Based on a Japanese Folktale If yoursquove ever gone to a Japanese restaurant

you might have seen a status of a white cat with its paw up ldquobeckoningrdquo you inside In this

traditional Japanese folktale we learn the story and symbolism behind the good-luck cat who

repays the kindness of a poor boy Once you read this book you will notice the symbol of the

beckoning cat where you never saw it before

Wabi Sabi by Mark Reibstein and illustrated by the fabulous Ed Young The complex Japanese

philosophy of Wabi Sabi is introduced to kids in this clever and simple book about a cat

searching for the meaning of its name (Wabi Sabi) According to the introduction of the book

Wabi Sabi is a way of seeing the world that is at the heart of the Japanese culture It finds

beauty and harmony in what is simple imperfect natural modest and mysterioushellip It

may be best understood as a feeling rather than as an idea

The reader becomes absorbed with the paper-cut illustrations and the haikus written within the

text- slowly discovering that beauty in simplicity

JAPANESE HAIKU

ldquo

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 9 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Click here to learn more about Japanese haiku and Basho the haiku master

What I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings andWhat I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings and

contemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters andcontemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters and

topics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me knowtopics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me know

in the commentsin the comments

Filed Under Asia Japan Language Literature

Tagged With cats dogs fiction childrens books Japanese non-fiction childrens books sea turtles

RELATED

Books about Japan and Baseball Learn from Basho the Master of

the Haiku

Introduce Life in Ethiopia Through

Childrens BooksJune 14 2015

In Asia May 2 2012

In Asia

December 28 2011

In Africa

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 10 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

AN ELITE CAFEMEDIA FAMILY amp PARENTING PUBLISHER

laquo Learn about Liberia Facts History and Culture Day of the Dead Skeleton Cra raquo

BY CATEGORY

Select Category

BY DATE

Select Month

SEARCH

Search this website

WHAT DO YOU THINK I LOVE TO HEAR FROM MY READERS)

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copy KID WORLD CITIZEN 2011 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED THE MATERIAL ON THIS SITE MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED DISTRIBUTED TRANSMITTED CACHED OR OTHERWISE USED EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY

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121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 8 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

The Beckoning Cat Based on a Japanese Folktale If yoursquove ever gone to a Japanese restaurant

you might have seen a status of a white cat with its paw up ldquobeckoningrdquo you inside In this

traditional Japanese folktale we learn the story and symbolism behind the good-luck cat who

repays the kindness of a poor boy Once you read this book you will notice the symbol of the

beckoning cat where you never saw it before

Wabi Sabi by Mark Reibstein and illustrated by the fabulous Ed Young The complex Japanese

philosophy of Wabi Sabi is introduced to kids in this clever and simple book about a cat

searching for the meaning of its name (Wabi Sabi) According to the introduction of the book

Wabi Sabi is a way of seeing the world that is at the heart of the Japanese culture It finds

beauty and harmony in what is simple imperfect natural modest and mysterioushellip It

may be best understood as a feeling rather than as an idea

The reader becomes absorbed with the paper-cut illustrations and the haikus written within the

text- slowly discovering that beauty in simplicity

JAPANESE HAIKU

ldquo

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 9 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Click here to learn more about Japanese haiku and Basho the haiku master

What I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings andWhat I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings and

contemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters andcontemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters and

topics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me knowtopics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me know

in the commentsin the comments

Filed Under Asia Japan Language Literature

Tagged With cats dogs fiction childrens books Japanese non-fiction childrens books sea turtles

RELATED

Books about Japan and Baseball Learn from Basho the Master of

the Haiku

Introduce Life in Ethiopia Through

Childrens BooksJune 14 2015

In Asia May 2 2012

In Asia

December 28 2011

In Africa

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 10 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

AN ELITE CAFEMEDIA FAMILY amp PARENTING PUBLISHER

laquo Learn about Liberia Facts History and Culture Day of the Dead Skeleton Cra raquo

BY CATEGORY

Select Category

BY DATE

Select Month

SEARCH

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WHAT DO YOU THINK I LOVE TO HEAR FROM MY READERS)

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121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 9 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

Click here to learn more about Japanese haiku and Basho the haiku master

What I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings andWhat I love about this collection of books is that it covers both historical settings and

contemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters andcontemporary folktales haiku and modern stories with a variety of characters and

topics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me knowtopics Did I miss any of your favorite books about Japan for kids Please let me know

in the commentsin the comments

Filed Under Asia Japan Language Literature

Tagged With cats dogs fiction childrens books Japanese non-fiction childrens books sea turtles

RELATED

Books about Japan and Baseball Learn from Basho the Master of

the Haiku

Introduce Life in Ethiopia Through

Childrens BooksJune 14 2015

In Asia May 2 2012

In Asia

December 28 2011

In Africa

121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

Page 10 of 10httpskidworldcitizenorgbooks-japan-kids

AN ELITE CAFEMEDIA FAMILY amp PARENTING PUBLISHER

laquo Learn about Liberia Facts History and Culture Day of the Dead Skeleton Cra raquo

BY CATEGORY

Select Category

BY DATE

Select Month

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121819 2(00 PMBooks about Japan for Kids Explore the World from Home

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AN ELITE CAFEMEDIA FAMILY amp PARENTING PUBLISHER

laquo Learn about Liberia Facts History and Culture Day of the Dead Skeleton Cra raquo

BY CATEGORY

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