Slippery, Spicy, Tingly
A Kimchi Mystery
Keo loves kimchi! And he loves Halmoni, his grandmother!
But when Halmoni unexpectedly comes to visit and digs a big hole in the backyard, he’s not sure what’s going on. Could Halmoni be planning to bury a secret treasure?! Yangsook Choi, author and illustrator of the beloved picture book The Name Jar, serves up a tasty new story that’s bursting with heart, humor, mystery, and . . . cabbage!
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| Interest Level | Kindergarten - Grade 3 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 2 |
| Genre | Picture Books |
| Category | Diverse Books: #OwnVoices, Diverse Books: Race & Ethnicity, Diversity |
| Copyright | 2024 |
| Publisher | Lerner Publishing Group |
| Imprint | Carolrhoda Books ® |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Publication Date | 2024-10-01 |
Author, Illustrator: Yangsook Choi
Yangsook Choi grew up in Korea. She started drawing at age four and loved telling her grandma scary stories. Since moving to New York to pursue her art, she has written and illustrated many books for young readers. Her books have been acclaimed as a New York Times Outstanding Book of the Year, an American Library Association Notable Book, and with an International Reading Association’s Children’s Book Award. She splits her time between Seoul and New York.
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Reviews
Booklist
“Based on Korean author and illustrator Choi’s relationship with her own grandmother, the story’s playful drawings and writing create a fun, lighthearted feel. The gentle pastel illustrations capture Halmoni’s quirky personality through her facial expressions and movements, as well as Keo’s curiosity and wonder.”—starred, Booklist
Publishers Weekly
“Choi’s imaginative Keo offers a well-reasoned foil to the actions of “slippery, spicy, and tingly as kimchi” Halmoni, while acrylic and colored pencil illustrations, finished digitally, depict the family activities in warm hues and imagined fantastical events in blue-green tones."—Publishers Weekly
Children's Literature Comprehensive Database (CLCD)
“This book promotes diversity and teaches about the Korean culture. It would be perfect for teachers looking to discuss cultural differences and have children share about their favorite dishes. Reviewer Rating: 5”—Children’s Literature
School Library Journal
“This is a lovely family story about the sharing of making food together. The warm, friendly artwork is a perfect complement to the story.”—School Library Journal
Kirkus Reviews
“A slippery, spicy tale that tingles with wit and whimsy.”—Kirkus Reviews