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Tuttle Publishing Anna's Kokeshi Dolls: A Children's Story Told in English and Japanese (With Free Audio Recording)
One kokeshi, two kokeshi, three kokeshi, four….Anna is a Japanese-American girl whose grandparents live in Japan. They have been sending her adorable Kokeshi dolls made of painted wood each year for her birthday since she was very small. The dolls, like people, are all different— and beautiful!In this charming children's book by award-winning author Tracy Gallup, we watch Anna grow up as her Kokeshi collection grows bigger, and we see how these dolls bring Anna and her grandparents closer together as the years pass.Part counting book, part visual narrative, this beautifully-illustrated bilingual picture book shows how simple objects can serve as a bridge between people and cultures on opposite sides of the globe. It also introduces these beautiful dolls and the ways in which they are formed and painted.The story is in Japanese and English, with a free audio recording available online.A note at the end gently explains the history of Kokeshi dolls and why they are made the way they are.
£13.49
Tuttle Publishing Japanese Haiku,16 Note Cards: 16 Different Blank Cards with 17 Star Patterned Envelopes in a Keepsake Box!
You can now share the beautiful illustrations from My First Book of Haiku Poems with family and friends!Illustrator Tracy Gallup's dreamy watercolor illustrations translate perfectly to these special note cards. Blank inside for your own message, these cards will convey a heartfelt message no matter the occasion.This collection of high-quality blank note cards showcases 16 colorful prints. On the back of each card is a haiku in English that goes along with the front illustration.This note card set includes: 16 folded blank note cards—3 3/4 x 4 1/2 inches (9.5 x 11.5 cm) 17 sealable envelopes (meet US Postal requirements for mailing with a standard stamp) A corresponding haiku on the back of each note card
£11.70
Tuttle Publishing My First Book of Haiku Poems: a Picture, a Poem and a Dream; Classic Poems by Japanese Haiku Masters (Bilingual English and Japanese text)
**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**Escape into a dreamy world of watercolors and nature-inspired haiku.My First Book of Haiku Poems introduces children to this ancient poetry form that's still a favorite among teachers, parents and children. These concise poems are easy for readers of all ages to understand and appreciate. Each of these 20 classic poems by Issa, Shiki, Basho, and other great haiku masters is paired with a stunning original painting by award-winning illustrator Tracy Gallup—which children will want to dive into and adults will want to frame. 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. Commentaries offer parents and teachers ready-made "food for thought" to share with young readers and stimulate a conversation about each work.
£13.49