Description

With this Japanese book for children, your whole family can experience the wonder and excitement that these well-loved tales bring to story time or bedtime reading.

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 color and packed with thrilling adventures, funny discoveries, and valuable lessons, they're sure to become story time favorites and serve as an introduction to Japanese 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 background will find much to love and return to time & again in Little One-Inch And Other Japanese Children's Favorite Stories.