Books About Korean Americans · 46 titles considered

The Best Korean Americans Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about korean americans? 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.

Mindy Kim and the Yummy Seaweed Business
Mindy Kim and the Lunar New Year Parade
Mindy Kim and the Birthday Puppy
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Korean Americans

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2020

Almost American Girl

By Robin Ha · Book #1 in the Almost American Girl series

A teen's world shifts with immigration, family changes, and a life-saving art class.

230 pages· 18,247 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 15,064 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2020

Mindy Kim and the Yummy Seaweed Business

By Lyla Lee, Dung Ho (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Mindy Kim series

A young girl starts a snack business to fit in and faces unexpected challenges.

96 pages· 9,421 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 904 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2021

Yolk

Estranged sisters must reunite and swap identities to face life-threatening challenges.

390 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 31,830 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2001

A Step from Heaven

A Korean girl navigates cultural clashes and family turmoil in America, seeking her own identity.

148 pages· 38,953 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 8,521 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020

Let's Go to Taekwondo!

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 experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 128 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

The Last Fallen Star

A girl must find a mythical star to save her sister from a spell gone wrong.

336 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,507 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2001

The Name Jar

A young girl navigates her first day of school in a new country, struggling to fit in and find her place.

40 pages· 2,053 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 6,925 ratings
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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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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020

Mindy Kim and the Birthday Puppy

By Lyla Lee, Dung Ho (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Mindy Kim series

A girl must prove she's ready for a puppy before her birthday.

96 pages· 8,676 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 282 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2003

My Name Is Yoon

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 · 3,031 ratings
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Korean Americans Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about korean americans for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Seoul Food

Ages 4–8 · 2024

A girl blends her Black and Korean heritage into a unique dish for her grandparents' visit.

Good-bye, 382 Shin Dang Dong

Ages 3–5 · 2002

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

Juna's Jar

Ages 4–8 · 2015

A young girl uses her imagination to cope with the loss of her best friend.

Dear Juno

Ages 4–7 · 1999

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

Danbi's Favorite Day

Ages 4–7 · 2023

A girl's grand celebration plans falter, sparking a creative rescue mission.

Mommy's Hometown

Ages 3–7 · 2022

A boy visits his mother's homeland, discovering unexpected changes and timeless connections.

Wish Soup

Ages 4–8 · 2023

A girl races to eat soup, but learns growing up is more than bowls consumed.

My Tree

Ages 3–6 · 2021

A boy's cherished plum tree falls, sparking imaginative adventures and new beginnings.

Sunday Funday in Koreatown

Ages 3–7 · 2021

A day in Koreatown teaches resilience through unexpected mishaps.

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Korean Americans Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about korean americans for developing and independent readers.

The Last Rhee Witch

Ages 8–12 · 2024

A haunted camp reveals secrets and challenges everything Ronnie knows.

The Last Fallen Moon

Ages 10–14 · 2022

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

Pippa Park Raises Her Game

Ages 10–13 · 2020

A scholarship offers Pippa a fresh start, but anonymous threats risk unraveling her new life.

Mindy Kim, Class President

Ages 6–9 · 2020

Can Mindy overcome her fear of public speaking to win the class presidency with kindness and snacks?

Stand Up, Yumi Chung!

Ages 9–12 · 2020

A mistaken identity at comedy camp forces a shy girl to choose between truth and her dreams.

Horrible Harry and the Drop of Doom

Ages 7–9 · 1998

Will Harry conquer his fear of the Drop of Doom or endure endless teasing?

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A Sky of Paper Stars

Ages 8–12 · 2023

A wish gone wrong turns Yuna's world upside down. Can she reverse it before it's too late?

Gigi Shin Is Not a Nerd
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Gigi Shin Is Not a Nerd

Ages 8–12 · 2024

A girl starts a tutoring club to fund her dream art camp, but chaos ensues.

The Chicken Pox Panic

Ages 7–9

Can Abby keep her birthday cake surprise under wraps?

The Double Dabble Surprise

Ages 6–8 · 1993

A plane lands without expected passengers. Where are the missing sisters?

Xoxo

Ages 13–+ · 2021

A cellist risks her dreams for forbidden love with a K-pop idol.

Clara Lee and the Apple Pie Dream

Ages 8–12 · 2011

Can Clara Lee's luck turn in time for the pageant?

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