Written by Carol Kim
Illustrated by Cindy Kang
Published by Albert Whitman, October, 2021
Review
King Sejong, for those of you who don't know (like we didn't yesterday), was the king who invented the Korean alphabet, promoting literacy among all classes rather than restricting it to the elite who could afford the time and tutors to learn Chinese Hanja. T appreciated that King Sejong's invention allowed kids to read as much as they liked. "That sounds like me!" he said.
King Sejong Invents an Alphabet is an easy read that will make this unknown-in-America historic figure relatable to young readers. As a child, he loved to read, and as a king he wanted to serve his whole kingdom and promote literacy. Between the illustrations and the text, the audience is wrapped up in an interesting and impressive story. Kim's writing weaves a compelling tale while Kang's pictures aid the imagination – together they transport the reader to 1400's Korea. Back matter provides further information on Hangeul, the Korean alphabet. This non-fiction picture book is a winner!
Note: A review copy was provided for the purpose of an honest review. All thoughts are our own.
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