Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes is a remarkable and unforgettable story that captures the essence of the human spirit.
Browsing: Japan
How Do You Live?, by Genzaburō Yoshino, is a meaningful and thoroughly enjoyable introduction to the meaning of life—for readers of all ages.
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I’m optimistic that, through literature that explores and celebrates diversity, all kids will be able to comfortably go on any adventure with any character to anywhere.
Japanese can be daunting to learn. There are three alphabets—Kanji, Hiragana and Katakana, none of which resemble the English alphabet with its Latin script.
7 Tips for Writing Haiku for Children! Know what makes a haiku a haiku. Study the masters. Respect the rules before you decide to break them.
In beautifully descriptive prose seasoned with a handful of familiar Japanese words, Lendroth takes us to another time and culture.