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Bee-bim Bop! Paperback – Picture Book, November 10, 2008

by Linda Sue Park (Author), Ho Baek Lee (Illustrator)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 1,090 ratings
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A Korean American girl celebrates food and family in this cheerful book about cooking a special meal by Newbery Medalist Linda Sue Park.

In bouncy rhyming text, an excited and hungry child tells about helping her mother make bee-bim bop: shopping, preparing ingredients, setting the table, and finally sitting down with her family to enjoy a favorite meal.

The energy and enthusiasm of the young narrator are conveyed in the whimsical illustrations, which bring details from the artist’s childhood in Korea to his depiction of a modern Korean American family.

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    1 - 4 years, from customers
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Dimensions
    9 x 0.1 x 9.5 inches
  6. Publisher
    Clarion Books
  7. Publication date
    November 10, 2008
  8. ISBN-10
    0547076711
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0547076713
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"Bouncy rhymes . . . and loving depictions of the joys of being mom's sous-chef . . . unabashedly happy and . . . catchy." — Publishers Weekly

"Bouncy-rhyming . . . vivacity and charm . . . from a child's-eye point of view."

— Kirkus Reviews

"Park captures the exciting rush of dinnertime preparations...Lee's watercolors extend the flurry of activity, humor, and delight." — Booklist

"Expressive, child's-eye watercolors get in on all the activity...in this celebration of a well-loved cultural dish." — Horn Book Magazine

About the Author

Linda Sue Park, Newbery Medal winner for A Single Shard and #1 New York Times bestseller for A Long Walk to Water, is the renowned author of many books for young readers, including picture books, poetry, and historical and contemporary fiction. Born in Illinois, Ms. Park has also lived in California, England, and Ireland. She now lives in Western New York. Learn more at lindasuepark.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarion Books; Reprint edition (November 10, 2008)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0547076711
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0547076713
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 1 - 4 years, from customers
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 0.1 x 9.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 1,090 ratings

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Linda Sue Park is the author of the Newbery Medal book A Single Shard, many other novels, several picture books, and most recently a book of poetry: Tap Dancing on the Roof: Sijo (Poems). She lives in Rochester, New York, with her family, and is now a devoted fan of the New York Mets. For more infromation visit www.lspark.com.

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Originally I gave this book one star bc I received a book covered in a sticky blue substance that looks like cake frosting and I was a little pissy about it. But I had to come back and change my review bc I realized that was unfair. this is such a great, quick read! This has become one of my daughter and I favorite books to read together. It’s quick, rhymes and is engaging. We love it!
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Jil Roberts
5.0 out of 5 stars Adorable
Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2023
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I bought this for my half Korean granddaughter’s first birthday. I was so thrilled to find it in Amazon as I have loved being introduced to Korean food over the years. The illustrations are fun and the text has a nice rhythm and flow. I too, like others who have commented, fe,t the page on saying grace was out of place, but no big deal. Some families do and that’s ok to acknowledge it or just skip that page if it bothers you. I had hopes it would be a great book to go with my other gifts for her her birthday and I think it will become a favorite in their house.
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ASull7
5.0 out of 5 stars Favorite book right now!
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2024
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Such a cute rhyming story. I love reading this book to my toddler and they love listening to it. It’s a beautiful way to introduce other cultures and foods. Highly recommend for a fun read!
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Catwoman
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute little book
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2024
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I bought this for my grandchildren, who's mom is Korean. I'm going to visit them later this week and will try the recipe for Bee-bim Bop with the oldest, 4 year old grandson. We'll see how it turns out!
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Judy K. Polhemus
5.0 out of 5 stars We are fam-i-ly!
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2007
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Remember when you were a kid and your mama made your favorite meal? You would smell it cooking and just could not wait? Well, hang on, it's time for Bee-bim bop! The little girl is part of the meal preparation from beginning to end. That is why she can sing a multitude of variations of "Hurry, hurry."

Instead of waiting on the sidelines or in the den, Linda Sue Park pulls the reader along with the child and mother in this adventure in shopping, preparing, cooking, and eating Bee-bim bop, a favorite Korean dish. Ho Baek Lee, the illustrator, creates large strides in the grocery store, crazy whirlwind angles, close-ups of the girl and her dog, a colorful focus on the areas near the girl and grayed, incomplete portrayals of distant areas in the kitchen.

All in all, Park features the little girl in this hurried, practiced look at Bee-bim bop preparation. In fact, mother's head sits invisibly above the picture line in most of the illustrations, which show her cooking. Why? The book is a first-person narration of the girl's excitement and an almost dizzying anticipation of a favorite dish. "Hurry, hurry, hurry," she says in many variations. It is a wonderful thing that Park gives the girl such an understanding and calm mother.

In fact, this book is as much about family as it is about cooking a specific dish. The mother seems to encourage the girl's participation instead of grumpily ordering her from underfoot. As the dog mirrors the girl's every movement, she, too, is allowed her place in the story. When the food is ready, the rest of the family immediately and respectfully appear instead of of being cajoled to the dining area. And lastly, the family immediately says grace instead of being reminded.

The family has an easy, settled routine. Everyone cooperates in serving, there is smiling all around. Grandmother wears a traditional Korean garment, and the prayer indicates a cohesion and unity of family through love. It is the family portrayal that makes this story so significant. Yes, the reader is presented with the fun and excitement of a favorite meal, but the display of connected family members is the crux of the story, intentionally or inadvertently. Park and Lee depict the happy family.

Two more things particularly merit attention. A detailed recipe follows the story, making it an exciting possibility for cooks and little helpers to try at home. As one more piece of the puzzle of family togetherness,
Park also includes a picture of herself and a niece and nephew helping her prepare Bee-bim bop.

This book is such a winner in many ways. Highly recommended!
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Ed C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Bouncy happy rhyme
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2024
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I love the bouncy and happy rhythm of the book, and so does my 2 year old. Well-written tribute to Korean culture. Would definitely recommend.
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Amelia Bassett
5.0 out of 5 stars Adorable.
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2023
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My friend married a korean man and is pregnant. Bought this for her at her baby shower. She almost cried and was so happy to have a book where her baby will see a child that looks like him. So so so cute. Great rhymes.
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Orangeroses29
5.0 out of 5 stars This is my 24 Month Old’s Favorite Book
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2021
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My toddler is obsessed with this book. We bought it for her at 21 months and she has had us read it to her almost every night for three months now. She can barely talk and asks for “Bee Bim Bop” and brings this book to me. She loves the rhythm and that the little girl is helping her mom. She now completes some of the sentences. My husband and I made the Bee Bim Bop recipe and are now onto trying more Korean recipes. As a parent, I love how fun this book is to read and never get bored with it even though I have to read it every night.
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Haylee Geertgens
5.0 out of 5 stars Adorable book
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2022
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My 2 and 3 year olds love this book and frequently choose this from our bookshelf to read together. It is upbeat with a sing-song feel, relatable, and overall a very cute book. We used the recipe provided in the book to make our own bee-bim bop and my kids thought that was fun.
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Margo B.
5.0 out of 5 stars Beyond expectations
Reviewed in Germany on June 24, 2023
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This is one of the most wonderful books on our shelf. I was looking for books with realistic pictures of realistic situations, that could facilitate discussions with my toddler around things we do in daily life. Not so easy to find those Montessori-approved stories. This book is excellent for this purpose! And beyond that — the poem is so sweet and catchy! We never actually had bibimbap as a family, but now we’re trying to find a place in our city to experience it!
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Rachael
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Picture Book
Reviewed in Canada on June 24, 2019
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I accidentally purchased this book and it is one of the happiest accidents of all time! We absolutely LOVE Bee-Bim Bop (which means mix mix rice)! My two year old asks for this book on an almost daily basis and we usually end up reading it two or three times. She loves the charming illustrations and the engaging, rhythmic storyline (and so do her parents)! This book is a perfect introduction to Korean culture and also happens to be plain old-fashioned fun! I noticed some reviewers took issue with the fact that one page in the book shows the family speaking a blessing over their meal before eating, this hardly detracts from the story and is obviously a part of the author’s own experience for which she should not be faulted. Many families say a blessing before eating, whether it be to a deity or to the earth. The back contains a recipe for Bee-Bim Bop which we plan to try very soon! Wonderful story and a worthy addition to any collection!
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Ecj O'Keefe
5.0 out of 5 stars Making cooking fun!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 16, 2020
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I love this book and buy it for every toddler I know. It explains the cooking process through a family oriented story, then there is a recipe at the end for you to make with your family.
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PurplePinkandYellow
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for little helpers
Reviewed in India on September 12, 2018
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The illustrations are beautiful for little ones and it encourages to cook together with children along with learning food from Korea. A must have in a home library and also one you wont be tired of reading.
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Mie de Savoie
4.0 out of 5 stars Amusant !
Reviewed in France on December 5, 2012
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Une petite fille impatiente de manger des carottes, des épinards.... eh oui ! C'est la magie de ce plat coréen très populaire, et délicieux.
A la fin, la recette du bee-bim-bop.
A essayer !
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