Kuma-Kuma Chan, the Little Bear


Book Description

The narrator imagines how his friend--a bear named Kuma-Kuma Chan--fills his solitary days with chores and seasonal activities.




Kuma-Kuma Chan's Travels


Book Description

"Originally published in Japan in 2017 by Poplar Publishing Co., Ltd."--Title page verso.




Kuma-Kuma Chan's Home


Book Description

When a boy receives an invitation in the mail from Kuma-Kuma Chan, a friendly bear who lives far away, he travels by train, bus, and finally on foot to reach Kuma-Kuma Chan's home. Kuma-Kuma Chan welcomes him and serves tea. Even though the two don't have a lot to talk about, just by spending time together, sharing the day's activities they bond and create a friendship and enjoy each other's company. This heartwarming tale once again immerses children of all ages, in Kuma-Kuma Chan's peaceful, simple world.




Kuma-Kuma Chan's Travels


Book Description

The narrator tells of the imaginary travels of his friend, the bear Kuma-Kuma Chan.




You Are My Best Friend


Book Description

Once upon a time a violent, mean, selfish Tyrannosaurus roamed the land, and all the other animals feared him. One day, while chasing other animals, the Tyrannosaurus falls into the ocean. The Elasmosaurus, who lives in the sea, saves his life, and the Tyrannosaurus says "thank you" for the very first time. From that day, the land creature and the sea creature become best friends. The author, Tatsuya Miyanishi, delivers a heartwarming story about friendship with vivid, brightly colored illustrations and endearingly drawn characters.




The Mailbox in the Forest


Book Description

"First published in Japan in 2007 by SOENSHA Publishing Co., Ltd. Renewal edition published in 2019 by POPLAR Publishing Co., Ltd."




I Am a Tyrannosaurus


Book Description

When an earthquake injures a tyrannosaurus, a young pteranodon helps the large creature, pretending to be a fellow rex in order to avoid being eaten.




You Look Yummy!


Book Description

This sweet tale about the love between father and son is the first in a tremendously popular Tyrannosaurus series in 12 titles to date, with combined sales in excess of 3 million copies in Japan, China, Korea, Taiwan and France. A long, long time ago, a baby Ankylosaurus is born on a volcano erupting ground. As the little Ankylosaurus begins wandering around, a big Tyrannosaurus comes along. He is about to pounce when the baby cries out, "Daddy!" and grabs onto his leg. The baby thinks the Tyrannosaurus is his father, so as not to disappoint the little one, he takes on the task of raising a baby Ankylosaur. The two develop ever stronger bonds of love, but soon comes the day when they must part. Highlighting the importance of family, this sweet picture book celebrates the love between father and son.




I Believe in You


Book Description

Saichania, Pachycephalosaurus, Anatotitan, and Styracosaurus all try to clear the rocks at the entrance. But they cannot move the rocks at all. Eventually Recella decides to ask Tyrannosaurus, offering herself as a meal in exchange for his help. Tyrannosaurs agrees, thinking he'll feast on the whole family, but Recella absolutely believes in his good intentions and gradually the Tyrannosaurus develops tender feelings towards her.




Timothy and Sarah: the Homemade Cake Contest


Book Description

Originally published in Japan in 2010 by Poplar Publishing Co., Ltd.