ODATE, Akita Prefecture--A new picture book on Japan's favorite canine, Hachiko, will give kids in English-speaking countries a chance to learn about his inspiring legend. "Hachi" by Eietsu ...

Give each student a piece of blank paper. Have the students fold the paper in half twice—first crosswise and then lengthwise—to create a mini-book. Read Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog in four ...

The ardent fan has studied about Hachiko and published a picture book themed on the dog. She married last year, but she says, “Hachi always has a special place in my heart.” Carletti ...