From the original author of Kiki’s Delivery Service, comes this series of 5 books about a can-do ship captain and his magical boat. Using simple language accompanied by pinyin, and with pictures on every page, these bite-sized stories can help set your child up to start reading independently. Great for those silent reading periods at school! Or as read-aloud books for the kindergartener who is seeking more complex stories beyond picture books.
Number of Books in the Series: 5
Author: Eiko Kadono (Author, winner of International Andersen Award)
Illustrator: Tomoko Omura (Illustrator, winner of Swedish Peter Pan Prize)
Country of Origin: Japan
Format: Paperback with set sleeve. with PinYin edition 注音版
Recommended Age: 6-9yo (independent reading)
Titles in the Series:
1. The Search for the Lost Dolphin 《寻找逃走的小海豚》xúnzhǎo táozǒude xiǎohǎitún
2. Boxing Practice with the World Champion 《陪世界冠军练拳击》péi shìjiè guànjūn liàn quánjì
3. The Child of the Sea Wants a Boat Ride 《海宝宝想坐船》hǎi bǎobao xiàng zuòchuán
4. Calling over a Giant Whale 《召唤一头大鲸鱼》zhàohuàn yītóu dàjīngyú
5. Sending Mr. Snowman to the South Pole 《送小雪人去南方》sòng xiǎoxuěrén qù nánfāng