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What Worked: A new Japanese friend has moved into the neighborhood. On a snowy day, she goes out and plays with the girl next door. They bond through the fun of playing in the snow and enjoying some refreshments afterward. Each shares the simple words of their language to direct their fun and start their friendship.
Final Verdict: The power of the illustrations conveys their emotions and actions more than the words. This book was not designed to teach an introduction to the Japanese language; however, it does convey the powerful message that we can unite with shared experiences, and friendship can grow. It was a very sweet text that demonstrates the power of play in bringing us together.