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 <i>oni</i> when she lands in their clutches. <p/> The pictures are in perfect harmony with the humorous mood of the story. . . . It's all done with a commendable amount of taste imagination and style.--<i>School Library Journal</i> (starred review) <p/> A beautifully convincing tale.--<i>The New York Times Book Review</i> <p/> Using elements of traditional Japanese art the illustrator has made marvelously imaginative pictures.--<i>The Horn Book</i> <p/> Lent's pictures are a lively blend of finely detailed delicate drawings and rip-roaring good humor.--<i>The Boston Globe</i> <p/> A good read-aloud with lots of suspense.--<i>Learning</i> <p/> Awards: <br> ALA Notable Children's Book<br> Child Study Association Book of the Year<br> <i>The Horn Book</i> Fanfare