Books About Korean

The Best Korean Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about korean? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020

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

5.5/7 Bookroo·3.8/5 Goodreads · 128 ratings

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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.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2022

The Last Fallen Moon

By Graci Kim · Gifted Clans series

Riley must restore magic to her clan by venturing into the Spiritrealm.

363 pages· 96,382 words· Est. 10.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,723 ratings

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Summary: Riley Oh, the Godrealm's last fallen star, faces a daunting task: restore her clan's lost magic. With her sister and a mysterious ally, she must brave the Spiritrealm, confront monsters, and uncover hidden truths. As curses threaten her home and a dark fate looms, Riley races against time to save the gifted community. Can she overcome the challenges and bring back the healing powers her clan desperately needs? The stakes are high, and Riley won't let anything stand in her way.

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020

Mindy Kim and the Lunar New Year Parade

By Lyla Lee, Dung Ho (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Mindy Kim series

A young girl navigates her first Lunar New Year without her mother, finding comfort and new traditions with her father and friends.

96 pages· 9,628 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 467 ratings

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Summary: Mindy Kim faces her first Lunar New Year without her mom. Determined to keep traditions alive, she attempts to make her favorite rice cake soup. But when things go awry, Mindy must rely on her family and friends to rediscover the joy of the holiday. Can she blend old traditions with new ones and find happiness in the celebration?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2003

My Name Is Yoon

By Helen Recorvits, Gabi Swiatkowska

A girl navigates identity and belonging in a new country through the power of names.

Ezra Jack Keats Award (2004)

29 pages· 891 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud

4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,032 ratings

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Summary: Yoon, a young girl from Korea, struggles to adapt to her new life in the United States. Her name, which means Shining Wisdom, feels different when written in English, just like how she feels in her new surroundings. At school, she experiments with new names like Cat, Bird, and Cupcake, searching for a sense of belonging. Will Yoon find her place and embrace her true identity in this unfamiliar world? Discover her journey of self-discovery and cultural adaptation in a story filled with hope and imagination.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2002

When My Name Was Keoko

By Linda Sue Park

A brother enlists in the enemy army to protect family secrets during wartime Korea.

Jane Addams Children's Book Honor (2003)

208 pages· 54,951 words· Est. 6 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 7,911 ratings

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Summary: In occupied Korea, Sun-hee and her brother Tae-yul face a harrowing choice. As World War II looms, Tae-yul enlists in the Japanese army to shield their uncle, suspected of aiding the resistance. Sun-hee remains, burdened with secrets that could mean life or death for her family. Can they preserve their identity amidst oppression, or will the war tear them apart? This gripping tale of courage and sacrifice explores the depths of loyalty and the fight to maintain one's culture against overwhelming odds.

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Picture Book · Ages 9–14 · 2008

Pigling (Graphic Novel)

By Dan Jolley, Anne Timmons (Illustrator) · Graphic Myths and Legends series

A young girl faces cruelty from her stepfamily until magical creatures intervene. Will her fate change?

48 pages· 2,527 words· Est. 26 min read-aloud

3.9/5 Goodreads · 180 ratings

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Summary: Pear Blossom, a young Korean girl, endures cruelty from her wicked stepmother and stepsister after her mother's death. Nicknamed Pigling, she faces relentless torment. But when magical creatures come to her aid, hope flickers. A chance encounter with a handsome magistrate could alter her destiny. Will Pear Blossom escape her stepfamily's grasp and find happiness, or is she doomed to suffer forever? Discover the twists of her journey and the magic that might just change everything.

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Picture Book · Ages 3–18 · 1993

Dumpling Soup

By Jama Kim Rattigan, Lillian Hsu (Illustrator)

Marisa's dumplings may not be perfect, but will they bring her family together?

32 pages· 1,641 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud

4.0/5 Goodreads · 346 ratings

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Summary: Marisa is excited yet nervous as she takes on the responsibility of making dumplings for her multicultural family’s New Year celebration in Hawaii. With relatives from Korean, Japanese, Chinese, and Hawaiian backgrounds, the pressure is on to create something everyone will enjoy. As she shapes her funny-looking mandoo, Marisa wonders if her efforts will be appreciated. Can her imperfect dumplings unite her family in a shared tradition, or will they fall flat? This heartwarming tale explores the beauty of cultural diversity and the love that binds families together.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1999

Dear Juno

By Soyung Pak, Susan Kathleen Hartung (Illustrator)

A boy and his grandmother communicate across cultures through letters and drawings.

Ezra Jack Keats Award (2000)

32 pages· 933 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud

4.0/5 Goodreads · 398 ratings

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Summary: Juno and his grandmother bridge the distance between them with letters—hers in Korean, his in drawings. When Juno sees a photo of her new cat, he sends a picture asking her to visit. Her response? A miniature plane, signaling her journey to him. This heartwarming story explores the power of love and creativity in overcoming language barriers and connecting across cultures. Will Juno's wish for a visit come true, and what surprises await when they finally reunite?

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2018

Krista Kim-Bap

By Angela Ahn

Krista faces cultural challenges and friendship strains during Heritage Month.

183 pages

3.9/5 Goodreads · 247 ratings

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Summary: Fifth-grader Krista juggles her role as the 'Korean Ambassador' for Heritage Month, the pressure of involving her stern grandma in a school project, and the strain on her friendship with Jason. As new friends pull her in different directions, Krista must navigate cultural pride and personal connections. Will she find a way to honor her heritage and maintain her closest friendship?

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2020

The Dragon Egg Princess

By Ellen Oh

A magic-less boy must confront a dark forest threat to save his world.

272 pages

3.7/5 Goodreads · 645 ratings

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Summary: In a kingdom where magic reigns, Jiho Park is untouched by its power. Haunted by his father's disappearance in the Kidahara forest, Jiho avoids its dangers. But when foreign forces threaten the forest and an ancient evil stirs, Jiho must team up with a fierce bandit leader and a lost princess. Can this unlikely trio save their worlds from destruction, or will the forest's secrets consume them all?

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