Today’s post comes to you from Cathy Hirano: The Fluffy Futon by Yuichi Kasano / Translated from the Japanese by Cathy Hirano (Gecko Press, 2026)  On a warm, sunny day, Grandma spreads her futon out on the porch to air. Along comes a kitty-cat. With a great big yawn, it curls up for a nap, … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Month Focus on Japan: Funny Books that Nurture the Soul