Sumo Joe
Sumo Joe by Mia Wenjen, published by Lee & Low Books Incorporated in 2019, is a charming children’s book that spans 40 pages. This story follows Sumo Joe and his friends as they engage in imaginative play, pretending to be sumo wrestlers. The narrative explores the dynamics of sibling relationships, particularly as Sumo Joe navigates the challenge of including his little sister in their traditionally boy-only game.
Readers will find a delightful blend of humor and heart as Sumo Joe balances his roles as a big brother and a sumo wrestler. The story is presented in verse, capturing the playful spirit of childhood while addressing themes of family and inclusion. With elements of sports and martial arts woven throughout, this edition invites young readers to reflect on friendship, imagination, and the joy of play.
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In this sweet and funny story, Sumo Joe and his friends enjoy pretending to be sumo wrestlers. But when his little sister wants to join their boy-only game, what should Sumo Joe do?
On Saturday mornings, Sumo Joe is a gentle big brother to his little sister. But on Saturday afternoons, he and his friends are sumo wrestlers! They tie on makeshift mawashi belts, practice drills like teppo, and compete in their homemade dohyo ring. They even observe sumo’s ultimate rule: no girls allowed! But when Sumo Joe’s little sister wants to join in the fun, Sumo Joe is torn between the two things he’s best at–sumo, and being a big brother.
Fists, feet, and martial art forms collide in this sweet yet spirited rhyming story by author Mia Wenjen and illustrator Nat Iwata.
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