Abstract

The first volume in an English-language picture book series featuring beloved classics from around the world, illustrated by Yoh Shomei, winner of the Bologna International Children's Book Fair Graphic Award.

Inspired by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's timeless classic, this picture book brings one of its most memorable scenes to life through Yoh Shomei's beautiful illustrations, accompanied by text in both English and Japanese.

Ideal for children learning English and for reading aloud in English. With its beautiful colors and artwork that readers will want to display in their homes, the series appeals not only to children but to adults as well.

Features
１．Based on a classic familiar to readers around the world, making the English easy to approach and enjoy.
２．Beautiful illustrations and words help nurture young children's appreciation of art.
３．With text in both English and Japanese, children can also enjoy learning on their own.
４．Audio is available in three versions: English only, Japanese only, and bilingual English/Japanese, allowing readers to choose the version they prefer. Free audio download included.
５．A popular read-aloud picture book series that also makes a wonderful gift for graduations, school entrance celebrations, and other special occasions.

Author’s Information

Yoh Shomei: Born in Kumamoto City in 1946, Yoh Shomei is a picture book author, painter, and poet. He made his debut with the original picture book "A White Bird on My Bench." In 1990, he won the Bologna International Children's Book Fair Graphic Award for his picture book "The Wind and the Hail." The Kita-Kamakura Yoh Shomei Museum opened in Kamakura in 1991, followed by the Yoh Shomei Aso Kogen Picture Book Museum in 2002. His original character "JAKE" was featured on a commemorative stamp issued for Letter Writing Day.
http://www.yohshomei.com/

Lisa Vogt: Born in Washington State, USA. She earned an associate degree in Japanese Studies and a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Maryland, and a master's degree in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from Temple University. She has served as an instructor for NHK Radio since 2008 and currently writes the course materials for "Practical Business English." She is a specially appointed professor at Meiji University and a lecturer at Aoyama Gakuin University.