{"title":"Sook Nyul Choi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSook Nyul Choi\u003c\/em\u003e is a celebrated author, renowned for her heartfelt and educational children's books that explore themes of family, cultural identity, and resilience. Her works are deeply inspired by her own life experiences, particularly her journey from Korea to the United States, allowing readers to embark on intimate adventures that weave together rich cultural insights and universal themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her cherished stories is \u003cem\u003eGiving Thanks with Halmoni\u003c\/em\u003e, a delightful tale that warmly encapsulates the essence of family gatherings and the beautiful traditions that cross generations. Through an engaging and vivid narrative, Choi effortlessly captures the poignant yet simple joys of life, offering young readers valuable lessons on gratitude and the importance of familial bonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSook Nyul Choi’s books are definitely a must-read for children and adults alike, as they not only entertain but also educate, providing a meaningful reflection on the diversity and richness of cultural heritage. Her storytelling prowess continues to enchant readers around the globe, inviting them to walk alongside her characters through heartwarming tales filled with empathy and understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"giving-thanks-with-halmoni-by-sook-nyul-choi-9781636551616","title":"Giving Thanks with Halmoni","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcitement is building for Chuseok, the biggest Korean holiday of the year, and Halmoni wants to share it with her granddaughter and her friends. With a dearth of picture books about Chuseok, this book should be a welcome addition to the literature about the celebration.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSu-Jin’s \u003cem\u003ehalmoni\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem\u003egrandmother\u003c\/em\u003e in Korean) is excited for the Korean holiday of Chuseok. She is watching the moon grow larger each night. Celebrated on the day of the Harvest Moon, Chuseok is a time when her family will gather, give thanks, and share in a very special feast. It’s the biggest holiday of the year—often referred to as Korean Thanksgiving. Su-Jin is excited, too. She wants to share the holiday with her friends Maddy and Keisha, who are curious to learn all about it. So the three girls decide to help Halmoni get ready for the celebration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional foods are prepared, gifts are wrapped in a special way, games are played, and customs like gratitude and remembering ancestors are honoured. The friends learn how to wish each other a happy Chuseok in Korean, and they look forward to sharing the American traditions of Thanksgiving with Halmoni. Seeing images of Su-Jin’s Korean grandmother in her traditional hanbok and the Korean American granddaughter navigating both Korean and American cultures will be helpful to those learning, understanding, accepting, and embracing their Korean identity as well as feeling a greater sense of belonging in American culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe authors tell a universal tale that will appeal to many young readers. The Thanksgiving holiday also provides a valuable point of comparison for appreciating this ancient Korean celebration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362594210028,"sku":"9781636551616","price":52.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18677863482770.jpg?v=1772895850"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sook-nyul-choi.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}