Around the World in Picture Books: South Korea

Korean children's picture books are some of the best in the world and they have won international awards such as the Bologna Ragazzi Award. Here we highlight two hardcover picture books which will be given away to two lucky winners who buy any books from oyezbookstore.com in the month of August.

1. The Hen

A hen sees several animals with their young and felt envious. Although she laid eggs, they kept disappearing. One day, she laid some eggs and at night, a weasel came to steal the eggs. She was very sad. What can she do to successfully hatch her own cute baby?
 
This simple story is a tale of perseverance and cooperation. ​

2. It's Fine

This book reminds me of Emila Yusof's little Dina.

This little girl observes different animals and insects. The ant is small but has strength to pick up a leaf. The hedgehog is prickly though small which offers it great protection.. The snake is without legs but can move everywhere. What about a child? What can a child do?  This book aims to help children observe the living creatures around them in a fun and humorous way. The illustrations are bright with soft colouring.

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We are giving away picture books from different countries each month as part of our Around the World in Picture Books year-long programme. Get a chance to win with any purchase from Oyez! online bookstore!