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Haru and the Whispering Chair
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Series: The Curious Engineers
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ISBN13: 9798262025091
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Aug 24 2025
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.25
Height: 0.10 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Aug 24 2025
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.25
Height: 0.10 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
In a quiet Japanese village, ten-year-old Haru notices that his grandfather no longer hears the doorbell or phone calls. Wanting to help without disturbing the peaceful atmosphere of their traditional wooden home, Haru invents a special chair that gently vibrates and lights up in different colors to deliver silent alerts. As neighbors hear about this thoughtful invention, Haru begins creating whispering chairs for others in the village. With kindness, creativity, and care for the elderly, Haru becomes the village's Little Engineer of Quiet.
This heartwarming story introduces children to the world of assistive technology, engineering for inclusion, and the power of empathy. A perfect read for curious young minds who enjoy solving real-world problems through innovation. Preview Sample: https: //online.fliphtml5.com/zsxas/lltw/ Why This Book Is Great for Young Readers:
This story helps young readers explore how engineering can serve people's real needs-especially the elderly. It encourages empathy, innovation, and quiet thinking, all within a culturally rich Japanese setting. Haru's invention teaches children that even small ideas can make a big difference. With relatable characters, meaningful problem-solving, and a calm tone, this book invites kids to imagine how they too can build helpful solutions in their own world. Khaled Alaghawani
This story helps young readers explore how engineering can serve people's real needs-especially the elderly. It encourages empathy, innovation, and quiet thinking, all within a culturally rich Japanese setting. Haru's invention teaches children that even small ideas can make a big difference. With relatable characters, meaningful problem-solving, and a calm tone, this book invites kids to imagine how they too can build helpful solutions in their own world. Khaled Alaghawani
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