I would like to dedicate this book to my parents. They've watched me grow up to be the person that I am today and I am very grateful. 

One day, little Yuji noticed something strange!

His favorite jacket seemed way too tight!

The next day, when little Yuji went to go put on his shoes,

he nearly put up a big fight!

The day after, Yuji went to his dad and started to fret! Yuji's dad sighed and told Yuji not to be upset.

Dad! My jacket and my shoes no longer fit! Not even one tiny bit! I HATE GROWING UP!!!

Hey, kid. I have a story to tell you.

Yuji's dad sat him down and told him to fix his frown. Yuji huffed and puffed. Yet, he was still interested in what could have his terrible mood lifted.

Once upon a time, there was a lively magic seed, who wanted to grow up big and strong to do a good deed!