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My First Book of Haiku Poems
Discover 20 classic Japanese haiku through English translations, original Japanese text, Romaji and imaginative full-page paintings inspired by the natural world.
Summary:
My First Book of Haiku Poems introduces children to classic Japanese poetry through 20 haiku by Issa, Shiki, Basho and other renowned haiku masters. Each poem is presented in original Japanese script and Romaji alongside an English translation, creating a bilingual introduction to Japanese poetry and culture. Full-page dreamscape paintings accompany the poems, while commentaries and brief poet biographies give parents and teachers useful prompts for discussing each work with young readers.
Key Features:
- Features 20 classic poems by Issa, Shiki, Basho and other Japanese haiku masters
- Presents each haiku in Japanese script, Romaji and English translation
- Fully bilingual format introduces young readers to Japanese poetry and culture
- Full-page dreamscape paintings accompany and interpret each featured poem
- Poems explore nature, observation, imagination and our connection with the natural world
- Commentaries provide discussion prompts for parents and teachers to share with young readers
- Includes brief biographies introducing the poets behind the featured haiku
Specifications:
- Product type: Bilingual children's poetry book
- Title: My First Book of Haiku Poems
- ISBN: 9784805315156
- Number of poems: 20
- Languages: Japanese and English
- Japanese text formats: Japanese script and Romaji
- Content: Haiku, English translations, paintings, commentaries and poet biographies
Care & Safety:
Store in a cool, dry place.
