Happy Mid-Autumn Festival Day

 

 * Book 10 in the Mindy Kim series * 

Mindy's grandfather dies; she and her family are heading to Korea. They will be there for the Mid-Autumn Festival. It's a tradition that honors family and ancestors. Of course, she's sad about the death of her grandfather. But, since it's her first official festival in Korea and she's determined to make it the best it can be. 

My Thoughts: I love this series. I love how Mindy discovers more about Korea - the food and the culture. She has all the feels - sadness about her grandfather, happiness to see her family, and excitement over her first festival. I wish there were more traditions about family here. Mindy Kim is such a sweet girl with a big heart who enjoys learning and her family. I can't wait for more books about her. 

Cover Thoughts: Charming and makes me hungry

Source: Book sent for review

Library Recommendation: A must have series for your school or public library. 

Top Ten Tuesday: Cozy Feeling

 This week's topic is all about the books that give you that warm cozy feeling. After you've finished - sort of like a book hangover. 

Sometimes it's the setting of snow that makes me feel cozy, but often it's the characters. 

When the book ends, it's like being wrapped in a warm hug. 

Children's Book Review: Mindy Kim and the Trip to Korea

 

Mindy Kim, her father, and his girlfriend are all traveling to South Korea to visit Mindy's grandparents (her deceased mother's parents). It's the first time Mindy's traveled to Korea and she's so excited. But she's nervous too. What if she doesn't fit in with her cousins? What if her grandparents don't like Julie? Julie and Mindy decide to attempt cooking a Korean dish as a thank you - but cooking can prove challenging when the ingredients are in a different language. Mindy just wants everyone to like each other and be happy together.  

My Thoughts: I love this series and it was so fun traveling with Mindy. I love how she bonded with her family - even though they didn't always know how to communicate. I love the foodie moments and the tourist ones too.  I liked the addition of Julie to the trip and seeing Julie and Mindy interact. The illustrations are super cute! I hope there are many more books to come in this charming series.

Cover Thoughts: Charming

Source: Book sent for review

Library Recommendation: This series is a must have your school and public libraries.