{"title":"Books by Florence Sakade","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9780804850599","title":"Little One-Inch \u0026 Other Japanese Children's Favorite Stories","description":"\u003cb\u003eWith 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.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWelcome 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrawn 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 Japan and its culture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded are some of Japan's classic folktales:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Spider Weaver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Little One-Inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Badger and the Magic Fan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mr. Lucky Straw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Why the Jellyfish Has No Bones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Old Man Who Made Trees Blossom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Crab and the Monkey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Ogre and the Rooster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Rabbit Who Crossed the Sea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Grateful Statues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eReaders of any age and culture will find much to love and return to time \u0026amp; again in \u003ci\u003eLittle One-Inch And Other Japanese Children's Favorite Stories.\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56294871990645,"sku":"9780804850599","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780804850599_c31c38b6-09d8-4850-93ba-d25a45094872.jpg?v=1786015748"},{"product_id":"9780804854450","title":"Origami: Japanese Paper Folding Made Easy","description":"The classic introduction to origami paper folding for beginners!Florence Sakade's time-tested origami book for beginners has been given a complete makeover, with an attractive new layout, improved instructions and updated diagrams. These improvements will enable a new generation of folders to make the beloved paper models in this book. From animals, flowers and boxes, to boats and the ever-popular crane, aspiring origami artists can learn directly from a master.   This comprehensive book shows you how to fold 50 different models, including:A Japanese Kimono—A cute and satisfying model that will sharpen your folding skillsA Jumping Frog—An action model that looks just like the real thing! Tap its hindquarters to get it to hopSpaceship and Jet Airplane—Give them a toss and watch them soar through the airA Whale—Make a splash with a charming model that only requires 8 steps to completeAnd many, many more!First published in 1958, this book has served as a guide for generations of origami folders. A reader favorite since then, it is perfect for adults or kids, and is the ideal gift for someone who wants to try their hand at origami for the very first time. The clear and colorful instructions make it easy to create amazing paper models with no previous folding experience.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56295018365301,"sku":"9780804854450","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780804854450_61190bf1-7481-4358-89b6-6bd69fdfebe4.jpg?v=1786033109"},{"product_id":"9784805312605","title":"Japanese Children's Favorite Stories","description":"\u003cb\u003eThis colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Japanese fairy tales and other folk stories—providing insight into a vibrant literary culture.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor 60 years, generations of English-speaking children around the world have been enchanted by \u003ci\u003eJapanese Children's Favorite Stories\u003c\/i\u003e—and for good reason. With such titles as \"The Toothpick Warriors\" and \"The Rabbit Who Crossed the Sea,\" these 20 stories offer age-old lessons in kindness and goodness that are still riveting to children and parents alike. This 60th Anniversary Tuttle edition is proof that good stories never wear out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this treasure trove of much-beloved Japanese children's stories, you'll meet charming characters drawn from folklore and passed down for generations. These tales about playful goblins with long noses, walking statues, and a delightful hero who just happens to be one-inch tall speak of the virtues of honesty, humility and hard work. What better way for a parent to teach than through stories that thrill their children!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor Florence Sakade, a pioneer of English-language publishing in Japan, has compiled so many enchanting stories, readers will have a difficult time deciding which is their favorite. The sparking illustrations by Yoshisuke Kurosaki are a visual treat that readers of all ages will enjoy! His original and stylized watercolors bring to life the fascinating tales of fairy cranes, eel catchers, and singing turtles, among many others. These Japanese stories shine on every page and are sure to captivate your family as they have many others. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eChildren's Favorite Stories\u003c\/i\u003e series was created to share the folktales and legends most beloved by children in the East with young readers of all backgrounds in the West. 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Today's most trusted—and readily available—resource is \u003ci\u003eA Guide to Reading and Writing Japanese\u003c\/i\u003e. This classic, best-selling learning and reference work, trusted by beginning and intermediate students of Japanese is the best way to learn kanji and kana, and is now being offered as a fourth, thoroughly revised and up-to-date edition.   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHaving a knowledge of the full set of General Use characters is the key to mastering everyday Japanese and will allow students to read and write Japanese up to the level of a typical Japanese newspaper with ease and confidence. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey features of this revised edition include:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The most recent changes prescribed by the Japanese Ministry of Education.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Covers all the 2,136 characters in the 'General Use' \/ Joyo Kanji set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Special codes indicate the kanji required for the JLPT and AP exams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Full range of Japanese character readings and English definitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Stroke counts, sroke–order diagrams, and compounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Essential Japanese characters are presented according to the new arrangement by grade, based on their frequency of usage rather than their complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  Numerous examples are given of the kanji compounds and derivatives used to form everyday words in Japanese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56310943023477,"sku":"9784805311738","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9784805311738_b5040fa5-e095-4cb8-896f-3e8c1937318e.jpg?v=1786031647"},{"product_id":"9784805314722","title":"Folk Tales from Japan","description":"\u003cb\u003e\"Filled with now-familiar favorites, along with lesser known yet equally delightful tales, this enduring collection presents stories to enchant and enlighten young readers.\" — \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe stories in this collection include:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Magic Mortar\u003c\/b\u003e—A tale that explains why the sea is salty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow to Fool a Cat\u003c\/b\u003e—A funny story about a clever woodworker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Rolling Mochi Cakes\u003c\/b\u003e—Good food, a beautiful song and a lesson on the benefits of sharing with others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Dragon's Tears\u003c\/b\u003e—A sweet tale about first impressions, kindness and inclusivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBroken up into 16 folk tales, this book will become a go-to for bedtime and storytime. 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