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As Kikko goes through the woods to bring a pie to her grandmother, she happens upon a home full of animals and joins their tea party.
Publication
Kids Can Press (2015), 32 pages
User reviews
LibraryThing member Mishker
A magical story of what happened when Kikiko walks through the woods alone to deliver a pie to her grandmother's house. The story seems to blend together elements of Little Red Riding Hood and Alice in Wonderland into a imaginative and fun new story. The illustrations can seem dark at times, with a
This book was received for free in return for an honest review.
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splash of color here or there within charcoal drawings, although this can add to the mysterious and ominous feeling of Kikiko being in the woods alone. Overall, an enjoyable story appropriate for ages 4-7. This book was received for free in return for an honest review.
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LibraryThing member alfredd
I use this book in my grade school library to teach about similar characters and themes across cultures. While this book has some similarities with Little Red Riding Hood or Goldilocks, it also has significant differences that even smaller children can
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Compare and contrast the adventures and experiences of characters in stories.
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discern.Standard:
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.1.9
Compare and contrast the adventures and experiences of characters in stories.
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LibraryThing member mcortner15
This is a great fantasy book because it includes a variety of animals and wonderful illustrations that are mostly black and white. It is a cute story about a little girl who gets lost and has a tea party with a bunch of animals who help her find her grandmother's house in the end. Kids will love
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LibraryThing member MeditationesMartini
So magical this story! I love the ones where you slip from everyday problems into magical respite without even realizing it.
LibraryThing member aratiel
This is a quiet, lovely story about a girl who, on the way to bring a pie to her grandmother, stumbles upon a magical gathering in the woods. The story is enchanting, and the mostly-black-and-white illustrations are soft and cozy, like a big woolly blanket.
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for talking animals wearing clothing. And animals having a tea party? Even better. Add snow and you've got the perfect recipe for a picture book. I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley.
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LibraryThing member Carlathelibrarian
The story begins with Kikko realizing that her father has forgotten to take the pie with him to her grandmother`s house. Her mother allows her to take the pie and `catch up`with her father. She runs to catch up to him only to realize that the figure she is following is not her father, but a bear.
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She gets invited in to a Tea Party and the kind and generous animals not only make her feel welcome, but make up another pie to take to her grandmother because the one she was carrying had gotten ruined when she fell chasing her father. A bit of a fairy tale, but good things happen not scary ones. The illustrations are charcoal drawings with bits of colour (always on Kikko) throughout. A cute story. Reading this along with Little Red Riding Hood would give two totally different views on walking in the woods alone.I received this book from netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
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LibraryThing member AbigailAdams26
When her father forgets the pie he is meant to take to her grandmother's house, young Kikko sets off through the snowy forest after him. Thinking she sees him in the distance, she follows along, only to discover that it is a bear she has been trailing, and that he has led her to a strange, magical
Originally published in Japan in 2010, and translated into English in 2015, The Tea Party in the Woods is a lovely picture-book, one which pairs a gentle and appealing story of winter-time woodland magic with absolutely beautiful artwork. Akiko Miyakoshi's book has a contemporary, yet somehow also timeless feeling to it, and seems to be an exploration of some classic fairy-tale themes, from the child lost in the wood to the helpful animal companions. I thought of Little Red Riding Hood and Snow White, but those are Western tales, and it is entirely possible Miyakoshi was referencing Japanese lore of which I am ignorant. It is also possible there are no deliberate story references at all, although the echoes for this reader (whether intentional or no) were most welcome. Recommended to readers looking for magical children's stories about the woods in winter, as well as to those interested in Japanese picture-books. I will definitely be tracking down more of Miyakoshi's work!
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house in the middle of the woods, where a group of animal friends is having tea. After being invited to join them, Kikko shares her trouble - she has dropped the pie and ruined it - and the animals all pitch in to replace the damaged pastry, eventually escorting her to her grandmother's house...Originally published in Japan in 2010, and translated into English in 2015, The Tea Party in the Woods is a lovely picture-book, one which pairs a gentle and appealing story of winter-time woodland magic with absolutely beautiful artwork. Akiko Miyakoshi's book has a contemporary, yet somehow also timeless feeling to it, and seems to be an exploration of some classic fairy-tale themes, from the child lost in the wood to the helpful animal companions. I thought of Little Red Riding Hood and Snow White, but those are Western tales, and it is entirely possible Miyakoshi was referencing Japanese lore of which I am ignorant. It is also possible there are no deliberate story references at all, although the echoes for this reader (whether intentional or no) were most welcome. Recommended to readers looking for magical children's stories about the woods in winter, as well as to those interested in Japanese picture-books. I will definitely be tracking down more of Miyakoshi's work!
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LibraryThing member Robinsonstef
A tea party I would like to attend. Loved the illustrations!
LibraryThing member CynthiaMackey
There is something about walking through the woods that goes along with stories. Like tea and crumpets, cookies and milk or peanut butter and jam. This gentle story has a few unexpected twists and turns that keep the pages turning. The book can be enjoyed for its delightful surprises and re-read
Kikko, a likeable main character, wants to deliver a pie to her grandmother’s house. Simple idea, but when her father leaves in advance, all she has to go on are some footprints in the snow and a figure in the distance. The story has a dreamlike quality with an appreciation of bravery and independence. The black and white illustrations with splashes of colour are delightful and different. Reminiscent of Little Red Riding Hood, it is full of fun, friendship, encouragement, and whimsy. A sure hit with little people and their significant adults! I’m happy to add this one to my library.
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for its kid appeal. Who wouldn’t want to attend a tea party in the woods?Kikko, a likeable main character, wants to deliver a pie to her grandmother’s house. Simple idea, but when her father leaves in advance, all she has to go on are some footprints in the snow and a figure in the distance. The story has a dreamlike quality with an appreciation of bravery and independence. The black and white illustrations with splashes of colour are delightful and different. Reminiscent of Little Red Riding Hood, it is full of fun, friendship, encouragement, and whimsy. A sure hit with little people and their significant adults! I’m happy to add this one to my library.
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LibraryThing member Felicia2014
Starts off llike Little Red but ends up with a tea party with all the friendly forest animals, who replace Kikko's pie for her grandma, which she had dropped.
Awards
Prix des Incorruptibles (Sélection — 2013-2014)
New York Public Library Best Books: For Kids (Picture Books — 2015)
Los Angeles Public Library Best of the Year (Children's Books — 2015)
Language
Original language
Japanese
Physical description
32 p.; 8.5 inches
ISBN
1771381078 / 9781771381079