Little Judokas : Book 6 Modesty
Overview
Being good at something is great. But does everyone need to know it?
Sam is getting really good at judo! He's mastering new throws, earning perfect scores in math, and feeling more confident than ever. There's just one problem. Sam wants everyone to know how good he is!
But when a new judo technique proves harder than expected, helping a classmate doesn't go as planned, and a beginner teaches him something surprising, Sam begins to realize that knowing a lot doesn't mean knowing everything.
With guidance from his senseis, friends, and family, Sam discovers Kenkyo (謙虚), the Japanese word for humility, and an old Japanese proverb:
"A capable hawk hides its talons."
Through experiences at the dojo, school, and home, Sam learns that humility doesn't mean hiding his talents or pretending he isn't proud of his accomplishments. It means being confident enough to listen, ask for help, recognize others' abilities, and understand that there is always more to learn.
Little Judokas: Book 6 - Kenkyo (Humility) brings the values of judo to life through relatable childhood experiences, friendship, humor, and authentic Japanese martial arts traditions.
Written with struggling and developing readers in mind, the Little Judokas series combines engaging stories with dyslexia-friendly formatting to make reading more accessible and enjoyable.
Perfect for:
Young readers in 2nd-4th grades
Children with dyslexia and other developing or struggling readers
Beginning judoka and children interested in martial arts
Parents and teachers encouraging confidence without arrogance
Judo instructors and coaches teaching respect, humility, and sportsmanship
Children learning to accept feedback, ask for help, and celebrate others' accomplishments
What makes Little Judokas special?
Dyslexia-Friendly Formatting: Larger 16-point font, increased line spacing, and an accessible page layout designed to support readers with dyslexia and other reading difficulties.
Real Judo Techniques: Discover authentic throws and Japanese terminology woven naturally into the story.
Important Life Lessons: Explore how humility, confidence, respect, and lifelong learning extend beyond the judo mat.
Relatable Characters: Follow Sam as he learns valuable lessons through judo practice, school, friendships, and family.
Kid-Friendly Judo Vocabulary Guide: Learn the meaning of Japanese words and techniques introduced in the story.
Accessible Early Chapter Book: Written for children in grades 2-4, with an engaging storyline that encourages reading confidence.
Part of the Little Judokas series, where every book introduces an important value of judo and shows children how to apply it in everyday life.
Because being a great judoka isn't just about what you can do. It's also about what you're willing to learn.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9798982436696
- ISBN-10: 9798982436696
- Publisher: Sogno Creative Press
- Publish Date: October 2026
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.25 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.33 pounds
- Page Count: 104
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