One Leaf Rides the Wind

My granddaughter liked the story especially as she went to Japan during the Easter Holidays.

With beautiful illustrations and the charm of simplicity, this book is of lasting value - a simple counting book for the very young and an introduction to haiku for the older child. Also a good opener for discussing different cultures.

A marvel to introduce haiku and multicultural themes to children ages 4-8, this library-recommended title perfectly blends elements of counting with Japanese Haiku and Garden. Following the observant girl in kimono, readers chase after a leaf that starts it all and count through temple dogs, bonsai trees, startling birds and smiling roofs of pagoda. Take a rest and make more discoveries of koi fish,lotus blossoms, carved lanterns and other Japanese garden essentials. The haiku, illustrations and explanatory notes compliment each other in brilliance and tranquility.