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Originally Published in: Japan
Format: Hardcover
Language: Simplified Chinese
Pages per book: 80
Lines per page: 1-2
Price per book: $17.45
Audio book: Available by QR code on books
Luka® can read this book!
蜜橘肚脐(mì jú dù qí) A Tangerine for a Bellybutton Audio Book
Famed Japanese author Haruo Fukami delights young readers with whimsical imagination and gentle humor in this charming 2-book collection, The Giant: 大个子打针 (dà gè zǐ dǎ zhēn) and 蜜橘肚脐 (mì jú dù qí).
Why we love these books:
-Renowned author and translator 彭懿 brings these stories to life in Chinese with language that is smooth, playful, and authentic.
-The text uses simple, everyday vocabulary—perfect for young learners—while the stories sparkle with creativity, humor, and heart.
大个子打针 (The Giant Gets a Shot)
A cheerful giant lines up for a vaccine—until he sees the enormous needle meant for him! Terrified, he runs away, hiding and refusing the shot. But after a frightening dream about getting seriously ill, he realizes that a small moment of bravery is far better than a much bigger problem later… and returns with a new plan
蜜橘肚脐 (The Tangerine Bellybutton)
A nearly perfect giant has just one problem—no bellybutton! When a tangerine offers to help, his life takes a hilarious turn. After a chaotic chase and an unexpected adventure, the giant discovers a clever solution that brings him not just one bellybutton, but an endless supply.
Is my child ready for this set?
"Read to me":
Ages 3+ will enjoy having these books read to them either by Luka® or a caregiver.
"Read by myself":
The limited text per page and the prevalence of common language make it a good "bridge book" for readers. The involved plot and detailed illustrations will capture the interest of experienced readers ages 5+.
Option to pair with Luka®:
Consider adding Luka®, the reading robot, to your order. Luka® reads 70,000 books in Mandarin Chinese!
Happy learning!
