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Literary Picture Books

Original Korean Literary Picture Books

A literary picture-book series of original works by Korean authors and illustrators, conveying the emotional depth of Korean children's literature while stimulating imagination, creativity, and emotional growth.

2~7 42 books 5 sample previews

Book 1

The Elephant Who Eats Letters

When an elephant eats letters, it lets out funny farts. This imaginative literary picture book turns letters and sounds into playful reading, inviting children to join the wordplay.

Book 2

Seven Little Wild Boars

The little wild boars run through the mountains all day. When the sun sets, they head to their mountaintop home, where Mom is waiting. Where could Mother Wild Boar be?

Book 3

Don't Eat My Meal!

Minji does not like eating meals. But one day, she finishes not only her rice but every side dish too. What happened to Minji?

Book 4

Poop Cat

Who can make the most impressive poop? A rabbit, a puppy, a calf, and a cat have a contest. How did the cat become Poop Cat?

Book 5

The Giant Flower

Even when we want something very much, sometimes it is better to leave it as it is, just as more flowers bloom after the giant flower fades.

Book 6

Kindhearted Tungtungi

Giving is good for others and joyful for ourselves; it makes everyone happier. Through Tungtungi's story, children learn how to live happily together.

Book 7

The Day Mom Is Sick

There is a little spring that says, "I love you!" It is Mom's arms, full of love. When you are tired, worn out, angry, or sad, go and find that spring.

Book 8

Are We There Yet?

Little ant Ttoro is carrying food when suddenly he falls into a pit. Then a voice comes from somewhere. Who will help Ttoro?

Book 9

I Want to Play More

Have you ever visited a playground at midnight, or seen a slide turn into an elephant? This imaginative picture book invites children into Euni's playground, where surprising things happen after dark.

Book 10

Hello, Baobab

The baobab tree may not have left forever. Somewhere on the African savanna, it may still be sheltering baby moles. This literary picture book offers a gentle reflection on parting, memory, and nature.

Book 11

Mom, I'm Busy Too

What do you do when you want to play with Mom but she says she is busy? Run to the bookshelf and open a book. You may find wonderful friends and a joyful festival waiting there.

Book 12

No, Ppungyaya

Ppungyaya appears when someone shouts, "I hate you!" three times and gathers everything they hate into a sack. But what if the child has said that about Mom, Dad, and big sister too?

Book 13

The Parade of Umbrellas

Where are all the umbrellas we have lost? Look, the umbrellas are flying along with the wind. Send a greeting to an umbrella waiting for the rain.

Book 14

I Want Glasses

Have you ever wanted to wear glasses or begged someone to buy you a pair? This picture book turns a child's curiosity about glasses into a playful question about wanting, appearance, and experience.

Book 15

What's Gotten Into Mom?

No feeling is as precious as love. Giving and receiving love brings happiness, but love that goes too far can sometimes do harm.

Book 16

The Winter Witch's Gift

Snowflakes fall one by one, decorate the sky, and pile softly on rooftops. This poetic picture book imagines who might make and scatter the snowflakes of winter.

Book 17

Kuku Wants to Sleep

Kuku does not like noise, so Kuku gathers all the sounds into a big sack. What will happen to Kuku?

Book 18

Goma's Winter Sleep

How do bears spend spring, summer, and autumn before their winter sleep? Follow baby bear Goma through the beautiful four seasons, illustrated in pencil and watercolor.

Book 19

The Way Home

After getting off the bus, Yeoni heads home from the market with her mother. What does the world look like from Mom's back?

Book 20

Poop Island

There was an island full of seabird poop. The lighthouse keeper disliked the seabirds for making such a mess. How did Poop Island turn into a beautiful flower island?

Book 21

Let's Go to the Magic Castle

A supermarket is filled with goods of every kind. What if a trip to the market felt like visiting a castle full of delights? In the imagination, anything is possible.

Book 22

Splash into the Mud!

A pig and some rabbits go on a picnic. Then the pig suddenly splashes into a puddle, and the rabbits burst out laughing. Let's play in the mud with the pig too.

Book 23

And Then I Was Born

In Korea, a dream believed to foretell the birth of a baby is called a taemong. What dream did Mom have when I was in her belly?

Book 24

Grandpa the Tall-Tale Teller

Don't you sometimes want to lie back and listen to Grandpa's stories? Enjoy a tale that changes shape every time it is told.

Book 25

Mr. Geurae's Sheep

Mr. Geurae's sheep have fallen ill, and strangely, they are looking for dung beetles. How will the dung beetles help heal them?

Book 26

My Mom Is a Princess from the Stars

What if Mom could talk with aliens? What if she were a princess from the stars? If Mom tried to return to her star kingdom, how could I keep her here?

Book 27

The Sad Tree

Have you ever hurt someone because of your own greed? A child tries to steal eggs from a nest. Listen to the story and find out why the tree was sad.

Book 28

How Not to Go to Kindergarten

Everyone has days when they do not want to go to kindergarten. But what if Dad says he does not want to go to work either? How can a child get out of going to kindergarten?

Book 29

The Dokkaebi Took It

Where did all of Soli's lost things go? One day, Soli follows a little dokkaebi to a dokkaebi village. What will Soli see there?

Book 30

The Nagging Witch

The nagging witch nags all the time, even while sleeping. A cat, a mouse, a bat, and a crow can no longer stand it and open a spell book. What will happen to the witch?

Book 31

Mom Doesn't Understand

Noma hints around about wanting a snack, then gets upset when Mom does not understand. Have you ever acted that way with your mother? What did you do when you wanted something?

Book 32

A Mother's Heart

Hyeju's nickname is "Boksil's Mom." Boksil is the puppy Hyeju takes care of. Through Hyeju and Boksil's story, children reflect on a mother's heart.

Book 33

My Friend with Rabbit Teeth

Miyeon laughs when she sees Sanghyeon's front teeth, which look like a rabbit's. Even an unthinking action can hurt a friend's feelings. What does Miyeon do?

Book 34

The Oak Tree That Loved the Scops Owl

Have you ever helped someone in difficulty? One of the most beautiful actions in the world is helping others. Listen to the story of an oak tree that joins forces with a magpie to save a scops owl.

Book 35

I'm Scared, So Scared

What are you afraid of? What might the monster you fear be afraid of? And how can that fear be overcome?

Book 36

I'll Stick It On for You

What kind of thoughtfulness truly makes another person feel good? Through the youngest Sticky's well-meaning but one-sided mistakes, children think about what real kindness means.

Book 37

Siksiki Has a Secret

A greedy squirrel discovers the warmth of sharing, helping children feel the joy that comes from showing kindness to friends.

Book 38

The Ox and the Dokkaebi

Have you ever heard of a mountain dokkaebi? One day, Dolsoe meets one on the way home. What will happen to him?

Book 39

Grandma Can't Even Lay Eggs

Grandma goes to the market to sell duck eggs. The duck does not understand Grandma's feelings and resents her. What will Grandma bring back from the market?

Book 40

The Jar's Song

How is hope created? Listen to the story of a cracked jar that can no longer hold anything, and hear a song of hope ring out.

Book 41

Buriburi, the Timid Bird

Do you have a friend who is easily frightened or shy? Even the fearful can have hidden courage inside, just like Buriburi Bird.

Book 42

Traces of Dreamer the Red Dragonfly

Call out to Dreamer in your heart. Can you picture your own dream in your mind? Like Dreamer the red dragonfly, think about the precious dream you carry inside.