In their second adventure to reach the US market, Chirri & Chirra become
very small, and so are able to explore the magical world hidden away in
a mound of tall grass. Filled with friendly, industrious bees and
equally inventive bugs, this is a book that brings the lovely
particularity of life in Japan--marked by food and nature--to young
readers here.
Born in Tokyo, Japan, Kaya Doi graduated with a degree in design
from Tokyo Zokei University. She got her start in picture books by
attending the Atosaki Juku Workshop, held at a Tokyo bookshop
specializing in children's books. Since then she has created many books
featuring her delicate color-pencil drawings. She lives in Chiba
Prefecture and maintains a strong interest in environmental and animal
welfare issues.