Suki's Kimono by Chieri Uegaki (English) Paperback Book

Description: Suki's Kimono by Chieri Uegaki Sukis favourite possession is her blue cotton kimono. A gift from her obachan, it holds special memories of her grandmothers visit last summer. And Suki is going to wear it on her first day back to school - no matter what anyone says. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Suki's favorite possession is her blue cotton kimono. A gift from her obachan, it holds special memories of her grandmother's visit last summer. And Suki is going to wear it on her first day back to school — no matter what anyone says.When it's Suki's turn to share with her classmates what she did during the summer, she tells them about the street festival she attended with her obachan and the circle dance that they took part in. In fact, she gets so carried away reminiscing that she's soon humming the music and dancing away, much to the delight of her entire classFilled with gentle enthusiasm and a touch of whimsy, Suki's Kimono is the joyful story of a little girl whose spirit leads her to march — and dance — to her own drumbeat. Author Biography Chieri Uegaki is a graduate of the creative writing department at the University of British Columbia. Sukis Kimono is her first published work. She lives in Sechelt, British Columbia.Stephane Jorischs work has won many awards, including three Governor Generals Awards for Illustration. He lives in Montreal, Quebec. Review The story, written for ages four through eight, rings true on many levels.--ForeWord Magazine The title character in the appealing story is a free spirit who wavers only briefly in her dedication to her own feelings.--The New York Times Uegakis first picture book is a joyful tribute to a little girls inner and outer sense of style. Uegaki conveys Sukis determination to honour her grandmother and remember a favourite day with language as colourful as the all-important kimono. Sukis Kimono successfully achieves that delicate balance between plot, language, illustration, and design that is so critical when creating memorable picture books.--Quill & Quire, Starred Review Overall, this is an appealing story of courage and independence.--School Library Journal A wonderful story about being yourself, with the added bonus of teaching readers a little about Japanese culture.--Kirkus Reviews An absolutely delightful tale ...--Asian Week Jorischs watercolours creations capture the spunk of the free-thinking Suki.--Montreal Review of Books A fine choice for multicultural units as well as youngsters dealing with differences. Sukis story will appeal to other independent-thinking girls as well.--Booklist Review Quote Uegakis first picture book is a joyful tribute to a little girls inner and outer sense of style. Uegaki conveys Sukis determination to honour her grandmother and remember a favourite day with language as colourful as the all-important kimono. Sukis Kimono successfully achieves that delicate balance between plot, language, illustration, and design that is so critical when creating memorable picture books.-- Quill & Quire, Starred Review Details ISBN1553377524 Author Chieri Uegaki Pages 32 Publisher Kids Can Press Language English Illustrator Stephane Jorisch ISBN-10 1553377524 ISBN-13 9781553377528 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY E Illustrations Yes Year 2005 Publication Date 2005-10-31 Short Title SUKIS KIMONO Imprint Kids Can Press Country of Publication Canada Audience Age 5-8 DOI 10.1604/9781553377528 Audience Children/Juvenile Place of Publication West Toronto We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:79286828;

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