New children's books for August

A collection of new picture books and poetry collections for children has been released, offering diverse themes and narratives.

"Grandmother, the Beginner Diver" tells the story of a grandmother who returns to her hometown of Cheongsapo after 30 years to start a new life as a haenyeo, or female diver. The book highlights her challenges and journey into this new role, emphasizing that even adults experience 'firsts'.

"I Came to Hold Your Hand" is a collection of poems promoting coexistence and mutual respect. Written by a poet who lives as a farmer in Gyeongnam Hapcheon, the poems capture the richness of rural life.

"Spinach Stuck in Teeth" is the fourth installment in the "Singsing Children" series, addressing the real-life challenges and worries of children entering elementary school. It features stories about a girl contemplating a friend's spinach-stuck tooth and another child parting with a beloved blanket.

"The Sea Is Just the Same" follows a child who moves from the city to the coast, initially finding the sea boring. A transformative encounter with a character named 'You' changes the child's perception, revealing the beauty of the ocean through vibrant watercolor illustrations.

"Mom is a Supermom" celebrates the everyday heroism of mothers. The story centers on Alice, who envies her friend Joaquim's mother's superhero abilities, only to realize her own mother, who finds the most fun games and appears whenever she falls, is a 'supermom' in her own right.