No Kimchi For Me! in Bloomington, MN

A charming picture book for picky eaters and young foodies alike!
A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Yoomi doesn't like kimchi - the pickled cabbage condiment served at Korean meals. No matter how she tries it, it's too slimy— too stinky— too spicy! Her brothers tease her, but Yoomi won't budge.
But with Grandma's help, Yoomi takes matters into her own paws, and finds a new way to enjoy this traditional dish.
This engaging book with sweet, expressive illustrations by author-illustrator Aram Kim is perfect for young readers learning to try new things! Featuring a lovable Korean American family,
No Kimchi for Me!
includes backmatter about Korean cuisine— and a recipe for kimchi pancakes you can try at home.
The
Yoomi, Friends and Family
series is great for fans of
Thank You, Omu!
,
Fry Bread
Bee-Bim Bop!
, and
Amy Wu and the Perfect Bao.
A perfect pick for:
•
Parents of picky eaters
looking for positive, food-related stories
Korean American families
sharing cultural pride and traditions
Teachers and librarians
building diverse, inclusive book collections
Children ages 3–7
exploring food, family, and independence