Written and illustrated by Kaya Doi Translated from Japanese by David Boyd A Wall Street Journal 20 Best Children's Books of the Past 20 Years Selection!  Having explored blossoming fields, a magical mound of tall grass, crystal caves and underground passageways, here Chirri and Chirra explore life in town. Chirri and Chirra venture down forest paths and through alleyways into a yarn shop and an old woman's house, where they enjoy hot drinks and soup. When they're done, they find a wonderful surprise hidden in the branches of a tree. Memorable for Doi's luminous appreciation of the natural world as well as her respect for beautiful edibles, the fifth book in the charming Chirri & Chirra series is sure to delight! ISBN: 978-1-59270-278-7 9.25" (W) x 6.5" (H) • 40 pages • HCJ