Sumo Shapes (Little Sumo)
by Sanae Ishida (Author)
Perfect for early learning, this fun board book in the Little Sumo series, from the creator of the Little Kunoichi series, features sumo wrestlers that introduce children to different shapes, and shares elements of Japanese culture that will enrich readers of all ages.
Take a peek into the lives of sumo wrestlers in this adorable book about shapes! Simple, charming scenes with sumo wrestlers help young readers learn different shapes, such as square, circle, pentagon, and crescent.
The Japanese word that corresponds to the English word for each shape is included.
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PreS-K--An energetic band of sumo wrestlers occupies a series of abstract vignettes highlighting various geometric components of sumo culture. The inspired choices include oval fans, pentagonal houses, and crescent bowls of stew. Each page features the English name of a shape, as well as its Japanese name, both written in hiragana characters and transliterated into the Latin alphabet. VERDICT An additional purchase offering a delightful early primer on Japanese vocabulary and culture.
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JNF013070 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Concepts | Size & Shape
JNF020000 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Foreign Language Study | General
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