The Mindy Kim Adventures Complete Collection (Boxed Set): Mindy Kim and the Yummy Seaweed Business; Lunar New Year Parade; Birthday Puppy; Class ... Festival; Big Sister; Fun Family Vacation
Mindy Kim Series
What’s inside...
This boxed set gathers the first eight Mindy Kim books by Lyla Lee, following a Korean-American third-grader as she moves to Florida, makes new friends, and navigates family, school, and cultural celebrations. Packed with gentle humor and everyday adventures—from starting a seaweed snack business to marching in a Lunar New Year parade, running for class president, and visiting relatives in Korea—each story explores identity, friendship, and resilience while introducing Korean traditions to young readers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-9
Length
1104 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Mindy Kim
Mochi (the puppy)
Sally Koo
Mr. Kim (Appa)
Discussion points
Why did Mindy start her seaweed business, and what did she learn?
How does celebrating Lunar New Year help Mindy feel at home?
What responsibilities come with pet ownership?
How can someone show leadership in everyday life?
What feelings arise when a family changes?
Tip: Role play these questions
Relate Korean foods in the story to meals you can try together.
Role-play campaign speeches to build confidence.
Share family traditions and add new multicultural elements.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Entrepreneurial spirit
Explanation: Mindy tries a snack business and learns rules and fairness.
Real-World Application: Kids can create lemonade stands while respecting guidelines.
Example Lesson: Cultural pride
Explanation: Lunar New Year parade spotlights Korean traditions.
Real-World Application: Children can share favorite cultural holidays at school.
Example Lesson: Responsible pet ownership
Explanation: Mindy’s puppy requires daily care and patience.
Real-World Application: Set feeding and walking schedules for family pets.
Example Lesson: Leadership through service
Explanation: Running for class president focuses on helping classmates.
Real-World Application: Students can plan small projects to improve their classroom.
Example Lesson: Adapting to family changes
Explanation: Mindy processes feelings about becoming a big sister.
Real-World Application: Open conversations ease transitions like new siblings.