Folk tales from Japan : fables, myths and fairy tales for children / Florence Sakade ; illustrated by Yoshio Hayashi.
Material type: TextPublisher: North Clarendon, VT : Tuttle Publishing, [2020]Copyright date: ©2020Description: 79 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cmContent type:- text
- still image
- unmediated
- volume
- 4805314729
- 9784805314722
Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Children's Book | Dr. James Carlson Library | Children's NonFiction | 398.2095 S158 | Available | 33111010606503 | ||||
Children's Book | Main Library | Children's NonFiction | 398.2095 S158 | Available | 33111010757611 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
"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.
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 magic mortar -- How to fool a cat -- The dragon's tears -- The rolling mochi cakes -- The robe of feathers -- The princess and the herdboy -- Urashima Taro -- The flying farmer -- The fairy crane -- The old man with a wen -- Why the red elf cried -- The biggest in the world -- The sandal seller -- The singing turtle -- Saburo the Eel Catcher -- Kintaro's adventures.