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Issun Boshi

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Cuentos populares multiculturales: Issun Boshi, de Nadia Higgins, ilustrado por JT Morrow, es una versión adaptada al aula del clásico cuento japonés sobre un niño de dos centímetros y medio que se propone demostrar su valía. Armado con una espada de aguja y un cuenco de arroz, Issun Boshi derrota a un monstruo, conquista a una princesa y usa un martillo mágico para alcanzar su tamaño máximo. Con un texto sencillo y un contexto cultural, esta edición es ideal para introducir a los jóvenes lectores al folclore japonés, a la vez que refuerza los temas de valentía, astucia y transformación.

Recognition / Reconocimiento

· Mención Bologna Ragazzi Awards, 2014
· Los Mejores del Banco del Libro, 2016

English Description:

Multicultural Folktales: Issun Boshi by Nadia Higgins, illustrated by JT Morrow, is a classroom-friendly retelling of the classic Japanese tale about a one-inch-tall boy who sets out to prove his worth. Armed with a needle sword and a rice bowl boat, Issun Boshi defeats a monster, wins the heart of a princess, and uses a magical hammer to grow to full size. With simple text and cultural context, this edition is ideal for introducing young readers to Japanese folklore while reinforcing themes of bravery, cleverness, and transformation.

Recognition / Reconocimiento

· Bologna Ragazzi Awards Mention, 2014
· The Best of the Book Bank, 2016

Publishing Details

Author : Icinori

Type of Spanish : Translated

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 40

Size: 32 x 20 cm

Year Published: 2015

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 2nd

Genre: Fiction

Theme: Adventure, Culture, Family, Fables & Folktales