Summer is approaching and our Elephants are preparing for first grade, which is a wonderful and exciting transition for them. Studying at Sunshine Home over these years, we have learned how to think independently and solve problems so we are ready for this next beg step.
Our kids are also at an age where they can begin to learn and explore on their own through reading. Books can give our children insight into new possibilities and broaden their vision. Here are a few books we recommend.
1.Miki’s First Errand
By Yoriko Tsutsui RIC Publications
https://www.amazon.com/Mikis-First-Errand-Yoriko-Tsutsui/dp/1741260132
This is a popular and well-known tale in Japan. Shopping for adults is an ordinary thing but for children it is an unforgettable experience. This simple, pure and fresh picture book describes the growth of the little hero and how he goes out shopping alone for the first time, The book includes details important for children venturing out on their own, making it a very practical picture book.
2.Beautiful Birds
By Jean Roussen (author) and Emmanuelle Walker (illustrator)
Flying Eye Books
https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Birds-Jean-Roussen/dp/190926329X
A book to paint with all the beauty of plover; This is an art album of painting about birds, each page is so beautiful like a work of art. In the book, we can see the albatross, flamingos, egrets, and ea11gle and dozens of species of birds. Reading it can make you feel the enthusiasm of the author as fire soar in the sky, make people suddenly immersed in a colorful world.
3.The Largest Cake In The World
By Young-Eun Ahn (author) and Seong-Hee Kim (illustrator)
CITIC Publishing House
https://www.yuyi.com.sg/chinese-book--2855.html
This award-winning book tell the fairytale like story of the baker version of Leonardo Da Vinci who uses his creativity and imagination to make, well, the largest cake in the world. The story incorporates elements of Leonardo Da Vinci’s life story as well as geometry and mathematics.
4.The 24 Solar Terms of the Chinese Calendar
By Gao Chunxiang (Author) and Shao Min (Author)
Dolphin Books, 2015
https://www.amazon.com/This-round-solar-terms-Chinese/dp/7511026117
The book written by geographers from China’s National Academy of Sciences. This science picture books for children covers the 24 solar terms in the traditional Chinese calendar. This easy-to-read book applies traditional wisdom to modern life. The lovely pictures reveal the charm of nature and agriculture and inspire children to remember the connection between our lives and the sources of our food and clothing.
We hope you and your family enjoy reading these books together as much as we have!
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