Choi Yangsook Knihy

The new kid in school needs a new name! Or does she?Being the new kid in school is hard enough, but what about when nobody can pronounce your name? Having just moved from Korea, Unhei is anxious that American kids will like her. So instead of introducing herself on the first day of school, she tells the class that she will choose a name by the following week.Her new classmates are fascinated by this no-name girl and decide to help out by filling a glass jar with names for her to pick from. But while Unhei practices being a Suzy, Laura, or Amanda, one of her classmates comes to her neighborhood and discovers her real name and its special meaning.On the day of her name choosing, the name jar has mysteriously disappeared. Encouraged by her new friends, Unhei chooses her own Korean name and helps everyone pronounce it—Yoon-Hey.

The story revolves around a child's quirky grandmother who unexpectedly arrives, bringing with her a series of bizarre activities. Her antics include a giant jar, an abundance of cabbage, and a mysterious deep hole in the backyard, sparking curiosity and adventure. The narrative explores themes of family, imagination, and the unexpected joys of eccentricity.

An updated version of a timeless story, perfect for springtime, this picture book is set in Korea by a Korean American author/illustrator about an extraordinary day of wonder, kindness, and delicious peaches.

An uplifting story about a child newly arrived in America from Korea learning a new language to keep in touch with an old friend, a cat named Oto.

From its origins as wrapping cloths made from scraps of fabric to its place in contemporary textile art, Bojagi--the traditional art of Korean patchwork quilting--is a wonderfully versatile mode of expression that can transform a room or a wardrobe. Written by master instructor Choi Yangsook, Korean Patchwork Quilting teaches you step-by-step techniques through the art of assembling bits of lightweight fabric, by means of invisible seams, to create contemporary pieces for your home and life. Projects in this book include: Hangings for walls and windows Table runners and table cloths Delicate bags and pouches Zakka ("miscellaneous things") accessories Quirky Jewelry And more! This Korean folk craft has played an important role in Korean culture for centuries. The distinct "window pane" appearance of a Bojagi piece often resembles a modern abstract painting or stained glass window, but can also be made of single-color pieces for an elegant look. Lessons, diagrams and templates, along with a few simple knotting and embroidery techniques, present a wide range of projects so that novices can try their hand and more experienced quilters can enjoy a satisfying challenge.