Have You Eaten?

Written by Su Youn Lee

A chipmunk's kindness through food sparks unexpected friendships and care when she needs it most.

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32 pages· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

Coco the chipmunk loves sharing sweet potatoes, always asking, "Have you eaten?" Her generosity seems strange to others until her kindness touches those in need. When Coco falls ill, the animals she once helped rally around her, offering the same warmth and care she showed them. This touching tale, inspired by a Korean greeting, explores how simple acts of sharing can forge deep bonds of friendship and kindness. Will Coco's community return the love she so freely gave?

From the publisher

A charming, heartfelt picture book debut from Su Youn Lee, Have You Eaten? celebrates one of the many ways we show love, by sharing food.Coco loved sweet potatoes, and she loved to share them with everyone around her.Coco the chipmunk is known for asking, “Have you eaten?” and sharing sweet potatoes. The other animals find Coco’s question odd, but one day she shares her food with some animals who could use a friend. When Coco falls ill, her new friends come to care for her in the same way she taught them–by sharing food. Inspired by a Korean greeting, this heartwarming story offers a fresh take on friendship and kindness.

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