Book description
The first book in a completely charming series by a well-known Japanese author and illustrator, Chirri & Chirra introduces two girl characters who go on wonderful adventures together through the natural world. Vibrant, lively, and astonishingly sweet in a pure, unsentimental way, these pages present us with relatable children, small…
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In Chirri and Chirra, Japanese author and artist Kaya Doi captures the magic of best friendship with gorgeous colored pencil illustrations and a dream-like tale. When twins Chirri and Chirra head off into the woods for a bike ride they find themselves in a wonderland that blends the strangeness of Lewis Caroll with the sweetness of Goodnight Moon. Along the way they stop to enjoy chestnut coffee, clover blossom tea and jelly sandwiches, all served by forest animals. They swim in a lake, nap under a tree, and ride on to a cozy hotel just in time for a…
From Billy's list on The best books about best friends.
The intricately illustrated picture books are a feast for the eyes and senses! Chirri and Chirra are adorable twins that get into all sorts of shenanigans with all sorts of creatures in a wild assortment of settings. Enchanting details are tucked into the colorful pages and I love to browse through them slowly.
From Sanae's list on The best children’s books about and from Japan.
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