BR 2-18: FIVE Little MONKEYS

I looked to be interesting. I felt excited.
The five little monkeys and Mama are eager to get a new car. The five little monkeys clean and paint their old car until it sparkles like new. But who will buy it? Perhaps those clever monkeys can convince their cranky crocodile neighbors that what they really need is . . . yes, a car! Children will love predicting how the five little monkeys will deal with each new challenge, making this a perfect story for interactive reading. Lively verse and Eileen Christelow's inimitably comic illustrations put the five little monkeys in the driver's seat in more ways than one.

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BR 2-17: GIVE US THIS DAY

The pictures of this book were beautiful.
Tasha Tudor's beloved paintings enhance William Tyndale's classic sixteenth-century translation of the Lord's Prayer."The stately text of the Lord's Prayer...is exquisitely illustrated by the soft, rich glow of Tudor's customary delicate and sentimental watercolors. The backgrounds show rural New England of the Victorian era, filled with charming children, appealing little forest creatures, mischievous Corgi dogs and striped cats." "Images of children in turn-of-the-century New England are sentimentally framed in ribbons or flowers,...allowing them to serve as excellent discussion or meditation starters."

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BR 2-16: ALICE ADVENTURE IN WONDERLAND

I have ever read this story. I like this story because it was a strange story.
The classic tale of that ever-curious little girl who tumbled down a rabbit hole into Wonderland has enchanted readers for nearly 140 years. Today, Alice and the eccentric creatures that she meets-the Cheshire Cat, the Mock Turtle, the Queen of Hearts, the Mad Hatter-continue to be among the most-loved characters in all literature. This deluxe facsimile of a rare edition, illustrated by beloved artist Arthur Rackham, is a sumptuous celebration of this timeless story. Painted with the dreamlike watercolors and subtle detail that brought Rackham international fame, the book's thirteen elegant full-color plates and fourteen black-and-white drawings make this a delightful keepsake for readers of all ages.

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BR 2-15: BUSY, BUSY TOWN

This book was very colorful! I love it.
Welcome to Busy town where everyone is on their way to work. The Busy town grocers stock and sell fresh food; the bankers keep the money safe; the doctors and nurses make sure everyone is healthy; the postal workers collect and deliver letters; the sanitation workers collect trash and recyclables; the lumber workers chop trees to make furniture and houses; and the workers at the docks, railroads and airports help transport people and freight. But it takes even more careers and professions than that to keep this busy town running.

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BR 2-14: Penelope at School

This book was lovely story.
Pull the tabs to help Penelope on her first day of school in this beautiful, interactive storybook!
Meet Penelope, an adorable blue koala who loves to play and learn. But, like all preschoolers, she can't do everything by herself. Children can pull the tabs on every spread and help Penelope get ready for school, paint a picture, slide in the playground, and more! Vibrant paintings, simple text, and interactive fun make this the perfect preschool book.

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BR 2-13: 10 trick - or - Treaters

Halloween!! I want to do Halloween in Japan.
10 trick-or-treaters on a dark and spooky night out to get some candy or give someone a fright.Little do these ten trick-or-treaters know that they are the ones who will be frightened on Halloween night when a toad hops near, a skeleton tries to join their dance party, and a monster asks to share their candy.This not-too-scary Halloween counting book features the bright, bold artwork of Linda Davick and the comforting, lively rhythms of Janet Schulman's story, making it the perfect gift for young trick-or-treaters everywhere!

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BR 2-12: THE STORY OF BABAR

I love Babar. How abou u?
The Story of Babar is essentially the tale of a country boy who comes to the city and, while there, comes of age. In the end, he returns home to share his knowledge and experiences with family and friends. The beautiful, delightfully detailed illustrations--de Brunhoff was a painter by trade--never fail to amuse. Although none of the characters seem to notice, the sight of Babar in a suit leaning against the mantel while he regales his audience with tales of the jungle is plainly hilarious. All of the Babar books are notable for their ability to tell larger stories with simplicity and style, and The Story of Babar is no exception. Potentially troubling moments--the death of Babar's mother, for example--are handled with taste, emphasizing Babar's unique gift for uncovering a silver lining in the most persistent of clouds.
Please read this book.

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BR 2-11: MY FATHER'S DRGON

Do u know Elmer? I read in my child days.

The classic fantasy trilogy of Elmer Elevator and the flying baby dragon has delighted children and their parents for generations. Now, on the occasion of their fiftieth anniversary, Random House is proud to bring the three timeless tales together in one beautiful commemorative edition, complete with the original delightful illustrations. A Newbery Honor Book and an ALA Notable Book, My Father's Dragon is followed by Elmer and the Dragon "rich, humorous, and thoroughly satisfying" and The Dragons of Blueland "ingenious and plausible, the fantasy well-sustained". Each story stands alone, but read in succession, they are an unforgettable experience.

The pictures were so cute!

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Greeeen

I love many songs which are sung by Greeeen. My favorite song is “Kiseki” and especially like its PV. I was impressed by PV. I often watch many PV and listen to music by Youtube. I don’t rent CD because I am troublesome to go to rent these.

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Finished

January 28.
I finished all my tests. I may be able to remember a little more. I’d like to take all credits. Can I really take them? Thumpity – thump!

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Test..

January 25;b
I had much test from this day. I must study many subjects. I’m not good at remembering many words… I always remember to write on a note. It was hard for me to remember many words and sentences. I’ll stick it out!

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BR 2-10: Pinocchio

Do you know Pinocchio? This is a fairy tale.
Mr. Cherry was carpenter. He was making a table leg by a piece of wood. It was lying in a corner of the carpenter’s workshop. Suddenly, “Don’t hurt me!” He was surprised. He was alone in his room. The wood said so. His friend, Gepetoo, knocked at the door. He wanted to make a puppet. The wood was angry to hear Gepetoo’s words. Mr. Cherry had the wood. So, Mr. Cherry was moved the wood and he jobbed Gepetto in the tummy. The two men’s wigs fell to the floor. Biff! They were laughing. Gepetto took a piece of wood. He started to make a puppet. At first, He chipped a head with hair. Next, he made two eyes, so it winked. He made a nose, so it began to grow. He made a mouth, so it laughed. He made a tongue, puppet’s body, legs and arms. The puppet started to move and he snatched his father’s wig. Gepetto chased his child. So, he was under arrest. The child walked around here and there and went back home at a night. Cricket told Pinocchio. Good sons were real boys. He threw a hummer. For a while, he was hungry. He broke an egg. A chick appeared and flew in the sky. He felt cold and was near a fireplace and fell asleep. When he woke up, his feet burned. At the time, Gepetto went home from a prison cell. He put out a fire of Pinocchio. Pinocchio promised Gepetto to be a good son. Pinocchio decided to go to school, but he wanted to see a puppet show. He exchanged a book to a ticket. Then, he appeared at the stage. The manager was so angry. He sneezed. Pinocchio gave 5 gold coins. He met a cat and a fox. They were a downright liar but Pinocchio couldn’t see through the lie. He went to a dangerous place and was chased, ran into little cottage. There was a polite poodle there. The next morning, he met a lady with breakfast. When he told a lie, his nose grew longer and doubled in length. He heard Gepetto met great danger. He couldn’t find his boat. He reached to Toy land. But he jumped into the sea and swam away. Suddenly, a big shark appeared. He found Dad in the shark. They went out from mouth and went back home again. Pinpcchio became a Real Son!
I was impressed by this story.

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New Car

January 24.
I went shopping to Rocky near house with my mother. Then we went to see new car because my mother was going to buy new car. My sister will use the car which we are using. I want to drive a new car, too. I think when she will buy one. I take pleasant;)

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KEI * Happy Birthday Day

January 18.
This day was Kei's birthday day. So, we went to buy a present for him. We bought a necktie and a facecloth in Tsuruya. We bothered what we bought for him. Then we started to his party from 10 pm. 8 people gathered. We ate and drunk the food we like and sung. Of course, there was a birthday cake! and that, two cakes! I was envious of the facts;b

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Bowling & Lunch

January 17.
A bowling meet was held from 11 am in a bowling alley of a traffic center. Our club gathered 10 people. We had good times and grew our times. Then we won the second place in a division of women and gave a gift certificate. It was finished past 2 pm and we ate out lunch in Tsuruya. We ate omlet containing fried rices and parfaits. It was delicious. I ate many kinds of omlet.

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Free-writing; Future Events

I'm going to have a junior high school reunion on January 12, 2009. We have a coming of age celebration in the morning. Then we move a high school which I have been for 3 years with everyone. There are many friends in KGU, I have some friends that I see such always. But the day is special day. We dress up and make up. I greet an events once my life. I have new good memories and I am lost in memories of my childfood. I worry if I can see my friends because there are a lot of people there.
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New Semester

January 5.
New semester started. I met my friends for a long time. But it was so cold and I was in poor health. I'll stick it out!

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A Beauty - Treatment Clinic

January 6.
I went to a beauty – treatment clinic because I was asked my friend to make me practice of a beauty treatment. There was a shop near Tsuruya East floor. I felt good! I came to go there next time.

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January

Recently, I often have a cold, so I am in poor health. I will have a coming – of – age celebration soon. But, I don’t still buy a cloth and accessories. I must buy new items early.

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New Year's Day

January 1st.

Today was New Year's Day. We ate Osechi - dishes. We eat herring roe, boiled fish paste, sea tangle and so on but we are different from each family. Then we gave a New Year's gift. I gave it to my father, too. I was very happy! I kept eating them and ate my full.

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