Look Up!

Written by Jin-Ho Jung · Translated by Mi Hyun Kim

A girl longs for connection; a boy's kindness changes everything.

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32 pages· 49 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud· 190L

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Bookroo's summary

From her balcony, a girl in a wheelchair watches the world pass by, yearning for someone to notice her. When a boy finally looks up and lies on the pavement to meet her gaze, others follow, transforming her gray world with unexpected kindness. This touching tale of compassion and friendship reveals the power of seeing the world from a new perspective, inviting readers to consider the impact of simple acts of connection. Will this newfound friendship continue to brighten her days?

From the publisher

A girl in a wheelchair looks down from her balcony and calls to passersby below: “Look up!” Dog walkers, a bike rider, a kite flier, and dozens of commuters walk by without taking any notice. Then a boy stops and looks up. He lies on the sidewalk so the girl can see him better. A woman joins him. Soon nine people and one dog are lying down and looking up. The girl looks up at the reader and smiles. Art and text that are dramatic and elegant tell a story of kindness, compassion and friendship. This book was awarded an Opera Prima Honor at the Bologna Book Fair.

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