Koupen-chan & You

Let Japan''s positive penguin brighten your day! Everyone needs a little help to get through the dayand who better to provide it than Koupen-chan, the adorable baby penguin who has stolen Japan''s heart! Did you cook a meal, show up for work, or just get out of bed in the morning? Koupen-chan is here to say, "You are amazing!" This charming book from Japanese illustrator Rurutea features 300 charming illustrations of Koupen-chan and friends enjoying the simple joys in life and showing up for one another with a hug and an encouraging word. Each page has an uplifting message such as: Great job taking it easy! You ate breakfast! I''m proud of you! Getting stuff done on a Saturday? You''re amazing. Doing things the usual way is good enough. Fantastic job studying! I''m cheering for you! Koupen-chan''s supportive friends include Adelie, a tough-talking penguin who likes to cook; Evil Enaga, a cute bird plotting to take over the world; and Polar Bear, who is always ready to share a wise lesson. They bring gentle humor to the book, reminding us that life can be complicated and challenging but also deeply fulfilling when you accept yourself as you are. Koupen-chan & You combines kawaii Japanese cute culture with sage advice. It will appeal to Koupen-chan''s many fans as well as anyone who needs a little love and encouragement.