Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021
King Sejong Invents an Alphabet
By Carol Kim, Cindy Kang (Illustrator)
A king secretly crafts an alphabet to empower his people.
32 pages· 898 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.5/5 Goodreads · 170 ratings
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Summary: In 15th-century Korea, King Sejong faces a daunting challenge: the complex Chinese script limits literacy to the elite. Determined to change this, he secretly devises a new alphabet, risking everything to ensure all Koreans can read and write. As he battles tradition and resistance, will his vision of equality prevail? Discover the inspiring tale of a leader's quest for justice and innovation.


