Wade, Mary Hazelton Blanchard, 1860-1936

Our Little Japanese Cousin - 1 online resource : multiple file formats

Release date is 2013-09-28

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"Our Little Japanese Cousin" by Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade is a children's book written in the early 20th century. It belongs to the "Little Cousin" series, which introduces young readers to different cultures through the eyes of children from various national backgrounds. The book specifically explores the life of a young girl named Lotus Blossom, offering insights into Japanese customs, traditions, and daily life. The story revolves around Lotus Blossom, a cheerful and polite nine-year-old girl living in Japan. Through her experiences and interactions with her family and friends, the book depicts various aspects of Japanese culture, such as unique clothing, customs, and the significance of politeness in everyday life. Readers are treated to descriptions of her home, her education, traditional celebrations, and playful adventures with her brother Toyo. The narrative emphasizes the joy of childhood, the importance of family bonds, and respectful behavior within Japanese society, presenting an engaging glimpse into a world that is both different and relatable to young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)



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Children -- Japan -- Juvenile literature Japan -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile literature

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