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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020 · Est. 4 min read-aloud
Let's Go to Taekwondo!
By Aram Kim
A young girl faces her fear of breaking a board with her grandma's support.
40 pages· 446 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Yoomi dreams of earning her yellow belt in taekwondo, but breaking a board terrifies her. Her grandma, also tackling a new challenge, becomes her unexpected ally. Together, they learn that persistence and support can conquer any fear. Will Yoomi find the courage to succeed, and what lessons will Grandma impart along the way? This heartwarming tale celebrates determination, family bonds, and the power of encouragement.
From the publisher
Yoomi wants a yellow belt. But she’s afraid to break the board. Grandma to the rescue!
Yoomi and her friends are ready to take on the test for their yellow belts in taekwondo. But Yoomi is afraid to break a board. Meanwhile, Grandma is struggling to learn something new, too.
But Yoomi and Grandma encourage and inspire each other. Yoomi discovers how, with persistence, focus, deep breathing, and above all, a loving Grandma, even the toughest challenges can be overcome.
This companion to No Kimchi for Me emphasizes self-confidence, determination, and the value of family. Backmatter about taekwondo, including some Korean vocabulary, is included.
A Junior Library Guild Selection
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 40
- Words
- 446
- Reading age
- 3–7
- Audience
- Picture
What readers & critics say
Reviews
5.5
out of 7
5.5
“A terrific Taekwondo primer that will delight young readers who enjoy martial arts, shared through a simple story about perseverance.”
The Goodfather
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The fine print
Book details
Publication
- Published
- April 6, 2020
- First published
- April 28, 2020
- Publisher
- Holiday House
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780823443604
- LCCN
- 2019014339
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