Japanese Celebrations by Betty Reynolds
This multicultural children's book is full of Japanese holidays, culture, language and stories! The people of Japan love to celebrate. In fact, they love it so much they have a day of celebration, whether it's a change in season, a religious observance, or just a special moment in life, every month of the year. Brimming with ancient traditions, exotic decorations, and delicious, seasonal foods, Japanese Celebrations will take you on a month-by-month tour of some of Japan's best-loved festivals. Beautifully illustrated and full of fascinating facts about Japanese holidays and celebrations, this 48-page picture book offers a vivid picture of some of Japan's most festive events including New Year's, Children's Day, Cherry Blossom Season, Harvest Moon Viewing, Christmas in Japan and much more. With simple but informative text and illustrations that explain the significance of the dress, decoration, food, gifts and activities associated with these events, Japanese Celebrations promises to delight and educate young readers and parents alike.
"By the writer-illustrator of Tokyo Friends and Squeamish about Sushi, this profusely illustrated book presents celebrations enjoyed by Japanese childrenOccasionally, a craft, activity, or song appears in this colorful, child-friendly book." --Booklist
"Colorful illustrations show people participating in worship at temples and shrines...Other traditional pastimes are shown as well, such as card games and kite flying." --School Library Journal
"This is a great book for children 5 years and older to get a glimpse into the Japanese culture and language. It helps kids recognize that kids all over the world love celebrating holidays with friends and family!" --Schools 'N More blog
"Colorful illustrations show people participating in worship at temples and shrines...Other traditional pastimes are shown as well, such as card games and kite flying." --School Library Journal
"This is a great book for children 5 years and older to get a glimpse into the Japanese culture and language. It helps kids recognize that kids all over the world love celebrating holidays with friends and family!" --Schools 'N More blog
Betty Reynolds worked as a creative consultant and art director in Philadelphia before accompanying her husband first to Singapore and then Tokyo, where they made their home and traveled extensively for many years. Her fascination with Asian culture led her to fill thirty sketchbooks with the colorful art that inspired this book. She has published three other books on Japanese culture--Squeamish about Sushi, Japanese Celebrations, and Tokyo Friends. Betty and her husband now live on a small island in America's Pacific Northwest where she paints local scenes. Betty and Frank return to Asia every chance they get.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780804836586 |
| ISBN 10 | 0804836582 |
| Title | Japanese Celebrations |
| Author | Betty Reynolds |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Tuttle Publishing |
| Year published | 2006-10-01 |
| Number of pages | 48 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |