Description: What happens when Ni-ou, the self-proclaimed "strongest fellow in Japan, " rows to China to challenge his Chinese counterpart, Dokkoi? Not what you'd expect. These two enormous bullies are big on brawn but low on bravery -- and brains! Ni-ou hides in the bathroom after hearing Dokkoi's thunderous footsteps. And Dokkoi is duped by a false show of Ni-ou's strength. Before they know it, both bullies are safely back at home, grateful that they never had to fight. Ever since that day, when people in China lift up something heavy, they say, "Ni-ou!" And in Japan they say, "Dokkoi-sho!" The short accessible text makes this folktale perfect for younger children. With hilarious illustrations by an award-winning Japanese artist and the silly antics of two goofy bullies, this book proves that bigger isn't necessarily better.

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