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In eighteenth-century Korea, after Sang-hee's father injures his ankle, Sang-hee attempts to take over the task of lighting the evening fire which signals to the palace that all is well. Includes historical notes.

In Korea in 1473, eleven-year-old Young-sup overcomes his rivalry with his older brother Kee-sup, who as the first-born son receives special treatment from their father, and combines his kite-flying skill with Kee-sup's kite-making skill in an attempt to win the New Year kite-fighting competition.

Presents a study of Korea and discusses both North and South Korea, the DMZ, traditional music and dance, religious beliefs,education, and culture.

Contains stories, lyrics for songs, instructions for crafts, and other resources for learning about the culture of Korea.

Provides insights into the geography, daily life, culture, and history of Korea through a look at the country's foods, cooking traditions, customs, eating habits, and food sources.

Introduces the cooking and food habits of Korea, including such recipes as bean sprout salad and Korean dumplings, and provides brief information on the geography, history, holidays, and festivals of the country.

Presents a study of the history and culture of Korea and provides information on the division of the peninsula and their governments, important cities, natural environment, Japanese occupation from 1910 to 1945, the Korean War, and traditions.

A photo-illustrated overview of North and South Korea's geography, history, governments, economies, environments, people, lifestyles, religions, languages, arts, leisure activities, festivals, and foods, which also includes maps, time line, glossary, and further reading list.

Introduces the culture and traditions of Korea, from ancient times to the present.