The Egg Yolk Ran Away!? Bunken Shuppan Releases 'Kimi-chan and Shiromi-chan'!
Shinko Keirinsha's children's book brand, Bunken Shuppan, has released the new picture book 'Kimi-chan and Shiromi-chan' by Mio Sasaki. The story follows the adventure of an egg yolk who leaves its shell, exploring themes of life and existence for young children.
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Shinko Keirinsha Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Osaka, President: Satoshi Sato) is releasing the new picture book 'Kimi-chan and Shiromi-chan' (from the 'Ehon no Mori' series) under its children's book brand, 'Bunken Shuppan,' at bookstores nationwide starting today.
[Synopsis]
Kimi-chan and Shiromi-chan live inside the same egg, dreaming of the day they will become chicks. But one day, Kimi-chan shouts, "I'm tired of this cramped place!" and jumps out of the egg.
[From the Editor]
Kimi-chan believes in the day they will become chicks together with Shiromi-chan. Although Kimi-chan runs away out of frustration, it eventually returns to the egg, its safe "home." But what is the shocking truth that awaits Kimi-chan there? What is life? What does it mean to live? This is a book we hope you will keep by your side as a "first encounter with a book about life."
[Author: Mio Sasaki]
Born in Tokyo. Author and illustrator of numerous works including 'Gomenne Detekoi' (selected for the 70th National School Library Association Book Report Competition), 'I-re-te!', and 'Shokupan-chan 6-shimai.' She has also contributed illustrations to many other books.
[Product Information]
'Kimi-chan and Shiromi-chan'
Series: Ehon no Mori
Target Audience: Toddlers to lower elementary school students
Format: A4 variant size
Price: 1,650 yen (1,500 yen + 10% tax)
ISBN: 978-4-580-82730-1
Website: https://www.shinko-keirin.co.jp/bunken/
[Synopsis]
Kimi-chan and Shiromi-chan live inside the same egg, dreaming of the day they will become chicks. But one day, Kimi-chan shouts, "I'm tired of this cramped place!" and jumps out of the egg.
[From the Editor]
Kimi-chan believes in the day they will become chicks together with Shiromi-chan. Although Kimi-chan runs away out of frustration, it eventually returns to the egg, its safe "home." But what is the shocking truth that awaits Kimi-chan there? What is life? What does it mean to live? This is a book we hope you will keep by your side as a "first encounter with a book about life."
[Author: Mio Sasaki]
Born in Tokyo. Author and illustrator of numerous works including 'Gomenne Detekoi' (selected for the 70th National School Library Association Book Report Competition), 'I-re-te!', and 'Shokupan-chan 6-shimai.' She has also contributed illustrations to many other books.
[Product Information]
'Kimi-chan and Shiromi-chan'
Series: Ehon no Mori
Target Audience: Toddlers to lower elementary school students
Format: A4 variant size
Price: 1,650 yen (1,500 yen + 10% tax)
ISBN: 978-4-580-82730-1
Website: https://www.shinko-keirin.co.jp/bunken/
FAQ
Where can I buy this book?
It is available at bookstores nationwide in Japan.