The Funny Little Woman

In this Caldecott Medal-winning tale set in Old Japan, a lively little woman who loves to laugh pursues her runaway dumpling - and must outwit the wicked three-eyed oni when she lands in their clutches.

"It's all done with a commendable amount of taste, imagination, and style." - School Library Journal (starred review)

"A beautifully convincing tale." - The New York Times Book Review

Awards:

ALA Notable Children's Book

Child Study Association Book of the Year

The Horn Book Fanfare