About This Book
Reach for this book when your child wants to tackle a big, helpful project but becomes frustrated when it is harder than it looks. It is a perfect choice for teaching appreciation for the invisible labor of parents while encouraging a growth mindset toward new skills. Seven-year-old Yuri attempts to surprise her mother by making gimbap, only to find that rolling the perfect Korean rice roll involves more technique and patience than she expected. Through sibling teamwork and lighthearted humor, Yuri learns that the value of a gift lies in the effort and love behind it rather than perfection. Ideal for children ages 4 to 8, this story celebrates Korean-American heritage and the beautiful, messy reality of learning by doing.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
This is a secular, contemporary story with no heavy sensitive topics. It handles the minor frustration of failing at a task in a realistic, age-appropriate manner with a hopeful resolution.
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