The Furry-Legged Teapot

by Tim J. Myers

Yoshi the tanuki--a Japanese raccoon-dog--learns how to magically transform himself into anything, even a teapot. But what happens when he can't change back? This is the tale of the teapot-tanuki's adventures, from the day he leaves his family to the day he meets the Emperor himself. What will it take for this teapot to become a tanuki again? Only the Emperor's grandson knows the answer. Asian-influenced illustrations using vibrant acrylic paints bring the mythical tanuki to life. An author's note is included.

Genres: Japan, Picture Books

32 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2007

About the author

Tim J. Myers is a writer, songwriter, storyteller, and lecturer at Santa Clara University in Silicon Valley. His"Glad to Be Dad: A Call to Fatherhood" is out from Familius and "Nectar of Story: Poems" from BlazeVox. He has 15 children's books out and one on the way. His children’s books have won recognition from the New York Times, NPR, the Smithsonian, Nickelodeon, and others. He’s published over 130 poems, won a first prize in a poetry contest judged by John Updike, has a poetry chapbook out, won a major prize in science fiction, was nominated for two Pushcarts, and has published much other fiction and non-fiction for children and adults. He recently won the West Coast Songwriters Saratoga Chapter Song of the Year award. His website is www.TimMyersStorySong.com, his YouTube channel is at https://www.youtube.com/user/TimJMyers, and he can whistle and hum at the same time.

Reviews

[Jill · Rating 3 out of 5]

Gorgeous illustrations and an interesting folktale from Japan.

[Tim Myers]

The furry Japanese animal called the "tanuki" can magically transform itself into anything. But when young Yoshi first changes himself, he gets stuck--as a teapot! Will he ever be able to be a tanuki again?

[Charlynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is oneof the cutest children's books I've read in a long time. Some stories are just cute, but this one teaches a lesson too. It is a must read for anyone with children.

[Bottom Shelf Books · Rating 3 out of 5]

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