Kimchi, Kimchi Every Day

Using a day-of-the-week format, this simple rhyming book displays various ways to enjoy the “crunchy, salty, and spicy” fermented food. The first spread previews dishes detailed throughout as the narrator, an East Asian–cued child in a yellow rain jacket and boots, throws their arms wide, proclaiming: “I eat KIMCHI every day./ I like KIMCHI every way!” Each day features a different aspect of the ingredient at hand, kicking off with Sunday’s survey of kimchi types and proceeding from Monday’s kimchi pancake (“round and crunchy”) to Saturday’s kimchi and ramyun (“never bland”). While the rhymes aren’t always spot-on, the layered illustrations—created using colored paper, hanji, and digital art—are eye-popping, dimensional, and delectable. For added cuteness, a gray bunny follows along as an encouraging culinary buddy. A kimchi glossary and facts conclude. Ages 5–9. (Oct.)