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Waiting for Tomorrow

by Susan Yoon
Julie Kwon
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A debut picture book for fans of I Dream of Popo, Between Us and Abuela, Watercress, and Fry Bread.
Appa is coming home tomorrow after a long time away, and sisters Haejin and Hanna want to make something very special to greet his return. They spend the day preparing their favorite treat—hotteok, a brown-sugar-filled Korean pancake. But when their batter is ruined, how will they make something special for tomorrow?
Julie Kwon's illustrations are full of sweetness with a dash of eye-winking mischief, perfectly illuminating Haejin and Hanna's everyday adventure. From warm hugs to sticky fingers, Waiting for Tomorrow is debut author Susan Yoon's ode to the ordinary days that nourish the most special thing of all—family.

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  • Release date

    October 24, 2023

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9780374392673

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Kirkus

      August 15, 2023
      Two Korean siblings inadvertently create a wonderful memory. Sisters Haejin and Hanna are excited by the news that their appa is returning home tomorrow. The older Haejin explains to young Hanna, "That's just one more sleep." After their mother leaves for work, the girls decide to prepare something delicious for the homecoming. They settle on hotteok, a Korean pancake with a sweet filling. After scouring their house and raiding their piggy bank, the two trek through the cold to pick up one last ingredient from the nearby convenience store. A mishap with Hanna's shoes results in Haejin having to carry her by piggyback on their way back home. A disaster in the kitchen ensues, and the sisters are out of ingredients and funds. Haejin is fed up, and Hanna becomes timid with guilt. But with some last-minute creativity and a little love, they find an alternative solution. Although the resulting treat is not edible, it's still just as sweet and done just in time for Appa's homecoming. Kwon's deft use of exaggerated expressions, textured lines, and soft colors brings the emotions and comedy to the story, filling in the space left by the spare narration, resulting in a heartwarming tale sure to resonate with readers. (This book was reviewed digitally.) Quiet moments coupled with charming art make for an endearing venture. (author's note, hotteok recipe) (Picture book. 5-8)

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  • OverDrive Read

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  • English

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