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My first book of haiku poems : a picture, a poem and a dream : classic poems by Japanese haiku masters / translated by Esperanza Ramirez-Christensen ; illustrated by Tracy Gallup.

Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextLanguage: English, Japanese Original language: Japanese Publisher: Tokyo ; Rutland, Vermont : Tuttle Publishing, [2019]Copyright date: ©2019Edition: First editionDescription: 47 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cmContent type:
  • text
  • still image
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9784805315156
  • 4805315156
Subject(s): Genre/Form: Summary: 20 classic poems by Issa, Shiki, Basho, and other great Japanese haiku masters presented in English, Japanese characters, and Romaji with interpretations.Summary: "My First Book of Haiku Poems introduces children to inspirational works of poetry and art that speak of our connection to the natural world, and of their own ability to see an entire universe in the tiniest parts of it. It pairs fresh interpretations of 20 classic poems by Issa, Shiki, Basho, and other great Japanese haiku masters with stunning original paintings that both portray and inspire a child's inner life, and open a door into the world of their own imagination. A fully bilingual children's book, My First Book of Haiku includes the original Japanese poems (in both Japanese script and Romaji form) on each page alongside the English translation to form a complete cultural experience. Each haiku poem is accompanied by a full page "dreamscape" painting that will be admired by children and adults alike. Commentaries and brief bios offer parents and teachers ready-made "food for thought" to share with young readers and stimulate a conversation about each work"-- Provided by publisher.
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Children's Book Children's Book Dr. James Carlson Library Children's NonFiction 895.61 M995 Available 33111009347036
Children's Book Children's Book Main Library Children's NonFiction 895.61 M995 Available 33111009141561
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

**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.

Text in English, Japanese characters, and Romaji.

Grades K-3.

Ages 5-9.

20 classic poems by Issa, Shiki, Basho, and other great Japanese haiku masters presented in English, Japanese characters, and Romaji with interpretations.

"My First Book of Haiku Poems introduces children to inspirational works of poetry and art that speak of our connection to the natural world, and of their own ability to see an entire universe in the tiniest parts of it. It pairs fresh interpretations of 20 classic poems by Issa, Shiki, Basho, and other great Japanese haiku masters with stunning original paintings that both portray and inspire a child's inner life, and open a door into the world of their own imagination. A fully bilingual children's book, My First Book of Haiku includes the original Japanese poems (in both Japanese script and Romaji form) on each page alongside the English translation to form a complete cultural experience. Each haiku poem is accompanied by a full page "dreamscape" painting that will be admired by children and adults alike. Commentaries and brief bios offer parents and teachers ready-made "food for thought" to share with young readers and stimulate a conversation about each work"-- Provided by publisher.

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