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Sumi, a young Korean girl, lives with her grandmother when her mother goes off to the army. Sumi watches the train go by each day, wishing her mother would come home soon. The train reminds her grandmother of the days of war when she had to leave her own husband.
Abstract provided by Kristen Pariseau, 1998 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
Jennifer's Korean grandmother arrives just in time for Grandparents Day at school. But Jennifer is afraid that her grandmother will embarrass her because she doesn't speak English. However, after her grandmother tells Jennifer's class the story of her childhood, Jennifer is not embarrassed at all.
Abstract provided by Mark Walter, 2002 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
Yunmi's grandmother moves from Korea to New York City and is not used to American traditions. Yunmi worries that other people will make fun of her grandmother.
Abstract provided by Sarah Inglis, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
Yunmi wants her grandmother, Halmoni to feel at home in New York City. However, Halmoni is having trouble adjusting to the American customs that differ so much from the customs of her native Korea. Yunmi's friends suggest that Halmoni chaperone the annual class picnic to Central Park. It may be an opportunity to open-up and feel comfortable in her new home.
Abstract provided by Heather Tussey, 2005 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
People celebrate the gift of a new baby in different ways around the world. Babies are welcomed into their families using different customs like singing, kissing, touching, blessing, naming, and other special actions.
Abstract provided by Michele Gillespie, 2005 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
Donnie is always the "bad guy" when he plays war with his friends. They think because Donnie is Japanese American that he should be the enemy. When his father and uncle take a trip to school, they prove they can be heroes too.
Abstract provided by Jaclyn Brandner, 1998 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
A little girl named Aekyung has trouble adjusting to America, because it is so different from Korea. She doesn't like to go to school because her classmates make fun of her. Eventually she begins to feel more comfortable and accepted.
Abstract provided by Molly McCann, 1996 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
A little boy name Juno receives a letter from his grandmother in Seoul, Korea. He's unable to read the letter since it is written in her native language, but he's able to gain an understanding of it from the photograph and dried flower that accompanies it. Juno decides to send a letter of his own in a very inventive way.
Abstract provided by Kimberly Salvatore, 2001 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
On Sumi’s first day of school, she experiences loneliness because she doesn’t know anyone and doesn’t understand the language of the other children. She also thinks school is a scary and mean place because the other children are loud and one boy even sticks his tongue out at her! Eventually, Sumi’s nice teacher makes her feel comfortable in her new environment. After meeting a new friend at recess, Sumi recognizes that school is not as lonely, scary, or mean as she originally thought.
Abstract provided by Megan Eckes, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
Animal sounds in different languages such as Turkish, Chinese and Hindu are shared. Open the flap to find out what animal it is.
Abstract provided by Amanda Heinly, 2006 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
Marisa, a young Asian American girl, attempts to help make the dumplings for dumpling soup which her family has been making for generations. She hold a strong sense of pride, honor, and love in her heart for her family.
Abstract provided by Joy E. Zarlenga, 1994 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
Have you ever seen how orange seeds are planted?Would you like to know how oranges are picked off the tree, packed into boxes, and then delivered to the store for you to buy?
Abstract provided by Kerry Gray, 1996 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
Food is eaten in different ways around the world and is prepared by different families. Real life photos glimpse into multiple eating customs and habits around the globe.
Abstract provided by Michele Gillespie, 2005 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
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Yungsu's family moves from Korea to America. When Yungsu goes into his new town and sees children playing, he missed his friends from Korea. Yungsu tells his mother that he wants to go back to Korea, but his father explains that their life will be better in America.
Abstract provided by Amy Brumbaugh, 1995 for the Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University.
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