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emburklin's review against another edition
funny
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
genericgeekgirl's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 Wow I really love this. Most early reader chapter books that I pick up, are definitely fun for kids but have basic everyday kid issues. But Mindy Kim doesn't shy away from the more serious topics: a recently deceased mother, a struggling single father, even racial issues. Mindy isn't only the new kid she's also the only Asian kid at her school. Little touches like how her teacher told her her American name was pretty but not her Korean name (Min-jung) can say so much to children of any background!
I actually teared up at one point! I will definitely be following Mindy and her story as more books come out.
I actually teared up at one point! I will definitely be following Mindy and her story as more books come out.
booktrunks's review against another edition
5.0
This is an adorable start to this middle grade series! I decided to read this because I loved Lyla Lee’s YA book that came out earlier this year, I’ll Be the One, and wanted to see her middle grade works as well! This was incredibly cute, but also had some really good moments of education and tips about how to teach inclusivity to children! I loved Junie B. Jones as a kid, and I know I would have loved the Mindy Kim books if they had been out when I was a kid too!
missmeganmann's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I thought this was great! I loved that kids were willing to try seaweed snacks, but that mindy learned some valuable lessons about fitting in.
librariann's review against another edition
3.0
7 year old Mindy and her dad have moved to Florida from California after her Mom's death. Mindy is the only Korean in her grade, and hopes to make new friends - can she do it by selling her extra seaweed snacks?
Solid early chapter-ing, to be enjoyed by your first and second graders.
Solid early chapter-ing, to be enjoyed by your first and second graders.
thedizzyreader's review against another edition
4.0
Move over Junie B. Jones, there's a new kid in town!
Mindy Kim and her dad move to Florida from California for a fresh start after her mom dies. Mindy just wants for her dad to be happy, to fit in and get her first puppy. But starting over isn't easy, especially when you're the only Korean American in your school and everyone laughs at your food during lunch...
Mindy Kim and her dad move to Florida from California for a fresh start after her mom dies. Mindy just wants for her dad to be happy, to fit in and get her first puppy. But starting over isn't easy, especially when you're the only Korean American in your school and everyone laughs at your food during lunch...
yapha's review against another edition
4.0
This super cute beginning chapter book is the start of a series perfect for readers looking for realistic school stories. Mindy has just moved to a new school and is having trouble making friends. She is able to turn the initial disgust at her dried seaweed snacks into a way to make friends, until she gets sent to the principal's office. Give this to fans of Jasmine Toguchi and Princess Posey. Recommended for grades 1 & up.
creativelifeofliz's review against another edition
4.0
This was a cute story! I would definitely read this to kids.
abigailbat's review against another edition
This is a super cute early chapter book series about a Korean-American girl navigating a new life in a new state. With details about her Korean heritage and meat to the story as Mindy not only navigates a new school but life without her mom, this is a winning series perfect for fans of the Anna Banana books or Jasmine Toguchi.
panda_incognito's review against another edition
4.0
This chapter book is super sweet and has great illustrations. I've been meaning to read this series for a while, since it is very popular at my library. I can see why this appeals so much, and it is a great example of a book that provides great cultural representation while also being fun and entertaining for anyone.
The book also has enough depth to appeal to adult readers. I was very impressed with how the author handled the theme of grief, since Mindy's mother had died prior to her and her father moving to Florida for his new job. I especially like how Mindy encourages her father to express his emotions and not feel embarrassed of crying. It is really sweet and touching.
The book also has enough depth to appeal to adult readers. I was very impressed with how the author handled the theme of grief, since Mindy's mother had died prior to her and her father moving to Florida for his new job. I especially like how Mindy encourages her father to express his emotions and not feel embarrassed of crying. It is really sweet and touching.