A Junior Library Guild

Gold Standard Selection

“In an uplifting authorial picture book debut, Di Roma Howley introduces a spirited protagonist whose innovative idea helps forestall the closing of the school in her seaside South Korean Village. … Oh’s carefully lit digital illustrations emphasize Sarang’s sunny optimism, and fond intergenerational interactions depict shared learning and wisdom at every age.”

—Publisher’s Weekly, STARRED REVIEW

"Sarang and Halmeoni’s intergenerational bond and their intertwined educational journey will spur many readers to learn more about this social movement. A sweet ode to educational access, inspired by true events."
—Kirkus Reviews