Good-bye, 382 Shin Dang Dong
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2002 · Est. 13 min read-aloud

Good-bye, 382 Shin Dang Dong

By Frances Park

A young girl faces the challenge of moving from Korea to America.

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32 pages· 1,660 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Jangmi, a young Korean girl, dreads leaving her beloved home at 382 Shin Dang Dong for America. As she navigates her new life in Massachusetts, she encounters unfamiliar surroundings and emotions. Will she find comfort and friendship in this strange land, or will the memories of her past home hold her back? Follow Jangmi's journey as she learns to embrace change and discovers the beauty of new beginnings.

From the publisher

A beautiful picture book with a reassuring message and multicultural appeal. Jangmi, a young Korean girl, can’t bear the thought of leaving her home at 382 Shin Dang Dong and moving to America. This sensitive story follows Jangmi as she gradually adjusts to her new neighborhood in Massachusetts, meets a young friend and begins to fell comfortable once again.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
1,660
Reading age
3–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
620L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about immigration and emigrationBooks about movingBooks about Korea
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.2
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
65622
Publication
Published
October 1, 2002
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780792279853

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