{"title":"Helena Ku Rhee","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the enchanting world of Helena Ku Rhee, an acclaimed author in the realm of children's literature. Her stories captivate young minds and nurture their imaginations through gentle narratives and heartfelt themes. A standout title in her collection is \u003cem\u003eSora's Seashells: A Name Is a Gift to Be Treasured\u003c\/em\u003e, which beautifully explores themes of identity, belonging, and the cherished bond of names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHelena Ku Rhee expertly weaves tales that are not only engaging for young readers but also educational, offering gentle life lessons enveloped in warmth and kindness. Her writing is characterised by a deep understanding of childhood curiosity and the wonders of the world through youthful eyes. Each book invites readers into a journey where diversity and cultural appreciation are celebrated, fostering an inclusive mindset from a tender age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for bedtime stories, classroom readings, or simply snuggling up with a good book, Helena Ku Rhee's works are beloved by children and parents alike. Explore her collection and let her narratives transport you and your young ones to vibrant worlds filled with adventure and kindness.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"soras-seashells-a-name-is-a-gift-to-be-treasured-by-helena-ku-rhee-9781536209938","title":"Sora's Seashells: A Name Is a Gift to Be Treasured","description":"\u003cb\u003eA lyrical narration and luminous illustrations tell an uplifting intergenerational story of kindness and confidence, loss and remembrance, with resonance for any child who feels other-than. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“\u003c\/i\u003eSora\u003ci\u003e means ‘seashell’ in Korean,” her mother said. “Halmoni always said finding a perfect shell is like receiving a wonderful gift. That’s why she suggested we name you Sora.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery summer, when Sora’s Halmoni, or grandmother, visits from South Korea, the two of them take the bus to the beach to search for seashells. While Sora likes to take all of them back with her, Halmoni always leaves the prettiest shell for someone else to find and treasure. As summer turns to fall, Halmoni returns home and Sora starts kindergarten, where some of the kids tease her about her “weird” name. One day, Sora’s parents receive a sad call about her grandmother, and Sora feels more lost than ever about who she is and how she fits in. But when her parents reveal the origin of her name, Sora channels a newfound pride and, inspired by Halmoni, combats her peers’ hurtful comments by sharing her shells with everyone in her class. This story, told by Helena Ku Rhee and illustrated by Stella Lim, based on art by Ji-Hyuk Kim, speaks to the prevailing power of kindness and will resonate with anyone who’s been made to feel different.","brand":"Walker Books Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46996136296684,"sku":"9781536209938","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/b67bf5097785478428cd3de6edc42181.jpg?v=1763156596"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/helena-ku-rhee.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}