
By Matthew Gollub, Kazuko Stone (Illustrator)
A child befriends growing oni who chase away nightmares with their drums.
On a Japanese beach, a child encounters tiny oni, goblin-like creatures, emerging from the sand. As they beat their taiko drums, they grow larger, transforming from spooky to friendly. With each rhythmic chant, more oni join, their numbers marked in kanji. What happens when all ten towering oni gather with their largest drum? This playful tale blends counting, culture, and a touch of the supernatural, inviting young readers to see monsters in a new light. Discover the magic of Japanese folklore and the power of friendship in this enchanting story.
One by one, ten tiny oni, Japanese goblin-like creatures, grow larger and larger as they beat their drums on the sand, chasing away bad dreams. Includes the Japanese characters for the numbers from one to ten.
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