Mr. Pak Buys a Story

Reach for this book when your child feels discouraged by a mistake or needs a reminder that 'cleverness' comes in many forms. This Korean folktale follows a loyal servant who is tricked into spending his masters' money on a seemingly nonsensical story. While it begins as a tale of a 'silly' error, it transforms into a story of accidental brilliance when the servant's repetition of the story's bizarre phrases happens to scare off a group of burglars. It is an ideal pick for children ages 5 to 9 who appreciate slapstick humor and underdog victories. By reading this together, you can explore the idea that what looks like a failure at first can actually become a strength when used with a bit of luck and creativity.