Gigi and Ojiji (I Can Read Level 3)

"Gigi crafts her Japanese American identity in this ­enchanting early reader. The cuteness, inclusivity, and cross-cultural problem-solving represented will have young ­readers coming back again and again. A must-buy." --School Library Journal (starred review) Gigi, a biracial six-year-old girl, learns about her Japanese culture from her grandfather when he comes to visit. Perfect for social emotional learning. Gigi can't wait for her Ojiji--Japanese grandpa--to move in. Gigi plans lots of things to do with him, like playing tag, reading books, and teaching Roscoe, the family dog, new tricks. But her plans don't work out quite the way she'd hoped. And her grandpa doesn't seem to like Roscoe. Will Gigi find a way to connect with her Ojiji This exciting new I Can Read series is brought to you by author-illustrator Melissa Iwai, whose popular books include Soup Day and Dumplings for Lili. Gigi and Ojiji&nbsp;is a Level Three I Can Read book.&nbsp;Level 3 includes many fun subjects kids love to read about on their own. Themes include friendship, adventure, historical fiction, and science. Level 3 books are written for early independent readers. They include some challenging words and more complex themes and stories. The story contains several Japanese words and a glossary of definitions and pronunciations. "The text is well supported by the endearing illustrations, which capture all of Gigi's big emotions and depict her as a biracial child, with a white father and Japanese mother." --Booklist (starred review) "An affirming option in the quickly diversifying field of early-reader books." --Kirkus

Children's Books

Iwai, Melissa

Literature & Fiction

Harpercollins

"Gigi crafts her Japanese American identity in this enchanting early reader. The cuteness, inclusivity, and cross-cultural problem-solving represented will have young readers coming back again and again. A must-buy." —School Library Journal (starred review) 
Gigi, a biracial six-year-old girl, learns about her Japanese culture from her grandfather when he comes to visit. Perfect for social emotional learning. 
Gigi can’t wait for her Ojiji—Japanese grandpa—to move in. Gigi plans lots of things to do with him, like playing tag, reading books, and teaching Roscoe, the family dog, new tricks. 
But her plans don’t work out quite the way she’d hoped. And her grandpa doesn’t seem to like Roscoe. Will Gigi find a way to connect with her Ojiji? 
This exciting new I Can Read series is brought to you by author-illustrator Melissa Iwai, whose popular books include Soup Day and Dumplings for Lili. 
Gigi and Ojiji is a Level Three I Can Read book. Level 3 includes many fun subjects kids love to read about on their own. Themes include friendship, adventure, historical fiction, and science. Level 3 books are written for early independent readers. They include some challenging words and more complex themes and stories. The story contains several Japanese words and a glossary of definitions and pronunciations. 
"The text is well supported by the endearing illustrations, which capture all of Gigi’s big emotions and depict her as a biracial child, with a white father and Japanese mother." —Booklist (starred review) 
"An affirming option in the quickly diversifying field of early-reader books." —Kirkus\nFrom School Library Journal\nGr 1–3—Gigi is excited to meet her grandpa, Ojiisan, who is arriving from Japan to live with her family. Even with her basic Japanese vocabulary and the drawing she made to welcome him, their introduction stumbles through several cross-cultural misunderstandings, which makes Gigi cry. Her mom helps her understand the differences between American and Japanese culture and reassures Gigi that all will be well in time. Gigi's interiority is well represented in this wonderful early reader; her thoughts and worries are front and center. Her need for adult consolation and the child-friendly explanations of cultural context will resonate with young readers. The arc of the story is easy to follow. Diversity is well represented; readers will see in the bright, adorable art that Gigi's dad is white, and her mom is Japanese. Readers will also have to make a few inferences about the story, but with three to seven sentences per page, the images support the text to help children understand Gigi's feelings, her parents' reassurances, Roscoe the dog's actions, and Ojiisan's mannerisms. Although some sentences are 10 to 18 words long and some pages contain up to nine six-letter words, most of the text is short dialogue. Japanese words are explained through conversation, and there is a glossary at the end to cement understanding. VERDICT Gigi crafts her Japanese American identity in this enchanting early reader. The cuteness, inclusivity, and cross-cultural problem-solving represented will have young readers coming back again and again. A must-buy.—Jamie Winchell

Gigi and Ojiji: What’s in a Name? (I Can Read Level 3)

Gigi wants to go by something besides her baby name--but her full name, Geraldine, is too long to write and Hanako, her middle name, doesn't feel quite right. Will Gigi find the perfect name This exciting new I Can Read series is brought to you by author-illustrator Melissa Iwai, whose popular books include&nbsp;Soup Day&nbsp;and&nbsp;Dumplings for Lili. Gigi and Ojiji: What's Iin a Name&nbsp;is a Level Three I Can Read book.&nbsp;Level 3 includes many fun subjects kids love to read about on their own. Themes include friendship, adventure, historical fiction, and science. Level 3 books are written for early independent readers. They include some challenging words and more complex themes and stories. The story contains several Japanese words and a glossary of definitions. Praise for Gigi and Ojiji: "Gigi crafts her Japanese American identity in this ­enchanting early reader. The cuteness, inclusivity, and cross-cultural problem-solving represented will have young ­readers coming back again and again. A must-buy." --School Library Journal&nbsp;(starred review) "The text is well supported by the endearing illustrations, which capture all of Gigi's big emotions and depict her as a biracial child, with a white father and Japanese mother." --Booklist&nbsp;(starred review) "An affirming option in the quickly diversifying field of early-reader books." --Kirkus

Gigi and Ojiji: Food for Thought (I Can Read Level 3)

A Geisel Honor-winning series! A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best! Join Gigi as she tries natto, a traditional Japanese food, in this exciting and engaging Level Three I Can Read book by acclaimed author and illustrator Melissa Iwai. Intergenerational relationships, Japanese culture, and social and emotional learning are highlighted in this sweet biracial story, perfect for sharing with children 3 to 6. Ohayo! It's breakfast time and Gigi can't wait to make her favorite meal--Peanut Butter Toast. Yummy! But Ojiji doesn't like peanut butter. How can anyone NOT like peanut butter? Ojiji prefers Japanese foods--like natto, made from fermented soybeans. Will Gigi learn to love a new breakfast treat? This story highlights the close relationship of Gigi and her grandfather and the importance of trying new things! This exciting and engaging I Can Read series is brought to you by author-illustrator Melissa Iwai, whose popular books include&nbsp;Soup Day&nbsp;and&nbsp;Dumplings for Lili. Gigi and Ojij: Food for Thought&nbsp;is a Level Three I Can Read book.&nbsp;Level 3 includes many fun subjects kids love to read about on their own. Themes include friendship, adventure, historical fiction, and science. Level 3 books are written for early independent readers. They include some challenging words and more complex themes and stories. The story contains several Japanese words and a glossary of definitions. Praise for Gigi and Ojiji: "Gigi crafts her Japanese American identity in this ­enchanting early reader. The cuteness, inclusivity, and cross-cultural problem-solving represented will have young ­readers coming back again and again. A must-buy." --School Library Journal&nbsp;(starred review) "The text is well supported by the endearing illustrations, which capture all of Gigi's big emotions and depict her as a biracial child, with a white father and Japanese mother." --Booklist&nbsp;(starred review) "An affirming option in the quickly diversifying field of early-reader books." --Kirkus A 2023 Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor title El día de los niños, el día de los libros selection 2023 ALSC Notable 2023 CBC Teacher and Librarian Favorites Award 2023 A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year in the 5-9 beginning reader category (2023)

Gigi and Ojiji: Perfect Paper Cranes (I Can Read Level 3)

A Geisel Honor-winning series! Gigi loves the Japan Day Festival! When Ojiji volunteers at the origami booth, Gigi can't wait to make a paper crane like Ojiji's. But folding paper is harder than it looks, and Gigi is disheartened when she sees her paper crane next to Ojiji's. Will Gigi give up or will she try her best?&nbsp; Author-illustrator Melissa Iwai's next installment in this I Can Read series encourages readers to try a new activity and to never give up. Gigi and Ojiji: Perfect Paper Cranes is a Level Three I Can Read book, which is geared toward kids who read on their own but still need a little help. The story contains several Japanese words, a glossary, and instructions on how to fold a paper puppy. Praise for Gigi and Ojiji: "Gigi crafts her Japanese American identity in this ­enchanting early reader. The cuteness, inclusivity, and cross-cultural problem-solving represented will have young ­readers coming back again and again. A must-buy." --School Library Journal&nbsp;(starred review) "The text is well supported by the endearing illustrations, which capture all of Gigi's big emotions and depict her as a biracial child, with a white father and Japanese mother." --ALA Booklist&nbsp;(starred review) "An affirming option in the quickly diversifying field of early-reader books." --Kirkus Reviews A 2023 Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor title El día de los niños, el día de los libros selection 2023 ALSC Notable 2023 CBC Teacher and Librarian Favorites Award 2023 A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year in the 5-9 beginning reader category (2023) A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

Sitting with his grandfather by a blazing fire, Jesse looks for pictures in the flames and sees a roaring fire dragon, which comes to life and pursues Jesse and Gramps through an imaginary land.

Gramps and the Fire Dragon

Roberts, Bethany

Growing Up & Facts of Life

Clarion Books

Key Features Description On a cold, snowy day, a young girl and her mother buy ingredients for vegetable soup. At home, they work together to prepare the meal. While the soup is cooking, they spend the time playing games and reading. Before long, Daddy's home and the family sits down to enjoy a homemade dinner. This book celebrates the importance of making a nutritious meal and sharing in the process. On a cold, snowy day, a young girl and her mother buy ingredients for vegetable soup. At home, they work together to prepare the meal. While the soup is cooking, they spend the time playing games and reading. Before long, Daddy's home and the family sits down to enjoy a homemade dinner. This book celebrates the importance of making a nutritious meal and sharing in the process. Product Details Item #: NTS593967 ISBN13: 9780545939676 Format: Paperback Book Pages: 32 Genre: Realistic Fiction Grades: Pre-K - 1 Lexile® Measure: AD440L Guided Reading Level: GR Level I DRA Level: 16 ACR Level: 2.0 Soup Day Paperback Book 4.46 Out Of Stock Out Of Stock Email me when back in stock Top {{#if inStock}} {{#if isSubscribe}} {{button.label}} {{else}} {{button.label}} {{/if}} {{/if}} {{#if isOutofStock}} 
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Gigi and Ojiji (I Can Read Level 3)

Gigi and Ojiji (I Can Read Level 3)

Gigi and Ojiji: What’s in a Name? (I Can Read Level 3)

Gigi and Ojiji: What’s in a Name? (I Can Read Level 3)

Gigi and Ojiji: Food for Thought (I Can Read Level 3)

Gigi and Ojiji: Food for Thought (I Can Read Level 3)

Gigi and Ojiji: Perfect Paper Cranes (I Can Read Level 3)

Gigi and Ojiji: Perfect Paper Cranes (I Can Read Level 3)

Gramps and the Fire Dragon

Soup Day