A list of songs, picture books, and children's books from Happy Science that can be learned together with parents and children
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The picture book and song of 'Angel Temple's Song'
The popular series of 'Angel Temple's Song' written and composed by Ryuho Okawa, with its lyrics turned into a picture book. By singing and reading together, it nurtures the angelic hearts of kindness, courage, and wisdom.
What is Angel Temple?
A religious education facility for infants operated by the Happy Science Group.
Here, children learn God's teachings in their daily lives and are nurtured to have a 'kind heart that cares for others', 'cooperativeness', and 'spirit of self-help'.
For more details, see here
The 'Angel Temple's Song' picture book series (written by Ryuho Okawa)
El Cantare Ryuho Okawa Original Songs
The songs created by President Okawa, inspired from the heavenly realm, possess a high level of spirituality and depth of mystery that sets them apart from existing music genres, overflowing with religious vibrations.
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The Psalm Picture Book Series (written by Ryuho Okawa)
A series that turns the psalms written by young Ryuho Okawa into picture books.
The 'What is Happiness?' Series (written by Ryuho Okawa)
A series written for children that conveys the Buddhist truths of Happy Science. Since its publication, 'What is Happiness?' has been loved by many parents and children and has been renewed. Important lessons for your child's heart can be learned gently and understandably.
Dharma Talk Picture Books (original work and concept by Ryuho Okawa)
'Let's Become a Child Who Doesn't Lie'
Let's live seriously and honestly!
Hikaru-kun, who loves sweets, one day found a delicious-looking candy and secretly ate it. However, when his mother caught him, he lied, saying, 'I didn't eat it' --. An excerpt from the Dharma Talk 'Let's Become a Child Who Doesn't Lie' is included at the end.
'The Importance of Prayer'
A picture book that helps you become a person supported by God
Prayer will surely reach God.
The protagonist, Akira-kun, learned 'prayer' from his father and mother. One day, Akira-kun accidentally hurt a friend at kindergarten --. An excerpt from the Dharma Talk 'The Importance of Prayer' is included at the end.
'Let's Live Correctly and Properly'
A picture book that helps develop correct and proper living habits
The protagonist, An-chan, is always late for kindergarten and meal times, causing trouble for everyone. One day, the principal taught An-chan how to tell time --. An excerpt from the Dharma Talk 'Let's Live Correctly and Properly' is included at the end.
'The Secret of Rebirth'
A picture book that reveals the secret of rebirth
The protagonist, Yuki-kun, was dissatisfied with his father, who was always busy and rarely played with him. One day, suddenly, an angel appeared and showed him the 'world before birth' --. An excerpt from the Dharma Talk 'The Secret of Rebirth' is included at the end.
'Let's Not Become a Selfish Child'
A picture book that nurtures a heart that can reflect honestly
Kota-kun always says, 'I don't want to, I don't want to,' causing trouble for his mother and teacher. One day, his father had an important talk with him --. An excerpt from the Dharma Talk 'Let's Not Become a Selfish Child' is included at the end.
'The Importance of Self-Help [Renewed Edition]'
A picture book that teaches self-reliance and brings happiness to those around you through 'Self-Help'
On Hanachan's 5th birthday, her father taught her about 'self-help'. From that day on, Hanachan started to challenge herself with 'self-help' at kindergarten and home...!? An excerpt from the Dharma Talk 'The Importance of Self-Help' is included at the end.
'Let's Become a Child Loved by God [Renewed Edition]'
The Dharma Talk picture book 'Let's Become a Child Loved by God' has been renewed under the supervision of Assistant President Shio Okawa!
A picture book that teaches how to become a person who loves and is loved by the Lord
The three siblings heard from their mother, 'God loves children who think about how everyone can live happily.' They each began to think, 'What should I do?' --. An excerpt from the Dharma Talk 'Let's Become a Child Loved by God' is included at the end.
'Let's Not Become a Tengu [Renewed Edition]'
A picture book that teaches how to prevent selfishness
Aoi-kun is a boy who looks down on others and brags all the time. One night, while Aoi-kun was sleeping, his soul left his body and came to the 'other world'. Moreover, he found himself in the form of a 'Tengu' --!? An excerpt from the Dharma Talk 'Let's Not Become a Tengu' is included at the end.
'The Importance of a Reflective Heart [Renewed Edition]'
A picture book that teaches the lesson of 'reflection', which the Buddha said is the most important thing to cherish in life
Sora-kun went to see the Great Buddha in Nara with his grandfather and was walking on a hill afterward. The two found a mysterious stone monument with a 'drawing of an ogre' in the grass... An excerpt from the Dharma Talk 'The Importance of a Reflective Heart' is included at the end.
Dharma Talks for Angel Temple
A series of Dharma talks for parents and children that formed the basis of the 'Dharma Talk Picture Book Series'. It is full of key points for religious education in early childhood. If you would like to see the Dharma talks, please contact your nearest Happy Science .
Original work and concept by Ryuho Okawa
Original concept by Ryuho Okawa / Written by Shio Okawa
Written by Shio Okawa
Shio Okawa
Assistant to the President of Happy Science. Born in Tokushima Prefecture in 1985. After graduating from Waseda University with a degree in law, worked at the Bank of Japan, and in 2009, joined Happy Science. Has served as the Director of the First Secretary Bureau of the Religious Headquarters and as Executive Director, and was appointed Assistant to the President. Wife of President Ryuho Okawa.
Pandaland Series
Planning and Original Concept by Ryuho Okawa / Written by Shio Okawa (Original work by Ryunosuke Akutagawa)
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Stories that parents want to read with their children to nurture their hearts
The classic story mentioned in President Ryuho Okawa's sermon has been turned into a picture book.
“People who think of themselves as rabbits believe that 'I am faster and can jump higher than others, so I can do it easily,' but if they slack off, they may end up losing to 'those who work little by little every day like the tortoise.'”
(From 'Let's Live Correctly ')
“Another story I want to mention is 'The Ant and the Grasshopper.'
The ant, who diligently collected and stored food from summer, can survive in winter because it has food, but unfortunately, the grasshopper runs out of food and dies.
This means that 'those who work steadily every day and can save for the future will not be in trouble when the time comes.'”
(From 'Let's Live Correctly ')
“Another story is 'The Three Little Pigs.'
There are three little pigs, each trying to build a house.
The first little pig thought, 'Building a house is easy,' so he built a house of straw because it was the lightest and easiest. The second little pig built a house of wood, thinking 'Wood should be enough.' The third little pig, however, said, 'No, I might be in trouble someday,' and built a proper house of bricks. It took time, was heavy, and was hard work, but he built a house of bricks.
Then one day, a wolf came and first went to the house of straw where the little pig lived, and with a huff and a puff, the straw house blew away. The little pig fled to the house of wood, but with the wolf's strength, it was easy to break down the wooden house and get in. In the end, the brick house could not be destroyed, so the wolf tried to enter through the chimney. However, he fell into a place where hot water was boiling in the fireplace and ran away burned.
What this story tells us is, 'Take your time and build something solid and sturdy,' and also 'Wisdom is important. Think carefully and prepare for such uncertainties.'”
(From '')Let's Live Correctly
“A Story of Unconditional Love”
This is the fourth installment of the series that has turned classic stories mentioned in sermons into picture books! It teaches about 'true love that does not seek a return.' It helps children gain education.
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