Books About Korean Culture · 11 titles considered

The Best Korean Culture Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about korean culture? 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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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 8–12 · 2020

When You Trap a Tiger

A girl must decide: make a deal with a magical tiger or risk losing her grandmother.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (2020)Newbery Medal (2021)
297 pages· 53,745 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 20,930 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 6–9 · 2020

Mindy Kim, Class President

By Lyla Lee, Dung Ho (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the Mindy Kim series

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

96 pages· 9,496 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 253 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Tomorrow Is New Year's Day

A girl shares Korean New Year traditions with her classmates, overcoming her brother's bad mood.

40 pages· 457 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 204 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Tiny Feet Between the Mountains

A small girl must save her village and a spirit tiger from darkness.

40 pages· 781 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 341 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2005

Bee-bim Bop!

By Linda Sue Park, Ho Baek Lee (Illustrator)

A child helps their mother prepare a traditional Korean meal.

32 pages· 218 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,881 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2021

Sunday Funday in Koreatown

A day in Koreatown teaches resilience through unexpected mishaps.

40 pages· 265 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 250 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

Mindy Kim and the Fairy-Tale Wedding

By Lyla Lee, Dung Ho (Illustrator) · Book #7 in the Mindy Kim series

Mindy Kim prepares for her dad's wedding, eager to welcome a new family member.

96 pages· 9,504 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 122 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
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