Natsumi!
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Natsumi!

By Susan Lendroth, Priscilla Burris (Illustrator)

Can Natsumi's energy find its perfect match in a Japanese tradition?

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32 pages
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Natsumi's boundless energy clashes with her family's festival preparations. Her tea stirring is too vigorous, her dance too imaginative, and flower arranging is a disaster. Can she find a tradition that matches her exuberance? Discover how Natsumi's unique spirit finds its place in this heartwarming tale of self-discovery and cultural celebration.

From the publisher

Natsumi is small but full of big exuberance, and puts her girl-power to good use when she discovers a Japanese tradition as energetic as she is. When Natsumi’s family practices for their town’s Japanese arts festival, Natsumi tries everything. But her stirring is way too vigorous for the tea ceremony, her dancing is just too imaginative, and flower arranging doesn’t go any better. Can she find just the right way to put her exuberance to good use? This heartwarming tale about being true to yourself is perfect for readers who march to their own beat.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD650L
Themes & topics
Books about cultureBooks about JapanBooks about familyBooks about places and regionsBooks about performing arts
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.2
F&P level
~P
Publication
Published
March 13, 2018
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780399170904

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