About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking questions about your own childhood or when you are preparing for a trip to visit family in a place that has changed significantly over the years. It is a beautiful bridge for talking about the passage of time and the way our memories of home might look different from the reality of the modern world. The story follows a young boy and his mother as they travel to her hometown in South Korea. While the mother remembers a rural landscape of rivers and mountains, the boy sees a bustling city of skyscrapers and neon lights. This contrast provides a gentle entry point for children to understand that while places change, the heart of a home and the love of family remain constant. It is ideally suited for children ages 3 to 7, offering a sense of wonder about heritage and the beauty of shared stories.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with the modernization of traditional spaces and the loss of natural landscapes. The approach is secular and highly realistic. While there is a brief moment of cognitive dissonance for the child, the resolution is hopeful and grounding, focusing on continuity rather than loss.
