Penguin Random House, author portrait placeholder image

Il Sung Na

Il Sung Na is the author-illustrator of many books for children, including A Book of Sleep; Bird, Balloon, Bear; That's My Carrot, and A Book of Babies, all of which received at least one starred review. The New York Times has praised that Il Sung "brings fresh energy to the familiar." Originally from South Korea, Il Sung studied illustration at Kingston University in London, and now lives in Kansas City with his wife, where he spends time teaching illustration courses at the Kansas City Art Institute.
Beautiful Noise
That's My Carrot
Bird, Balloon, Bear
The Opposite Zoo
Welcome Home, Bear
A Book of Babies
Snow Rabbit, Spring Rabbit: A Book of Changing Seasons
Hide & Seek
A Book of Sleep

Books

Beautiful Noise
That's My Carrot
Bird, Balloon, Bear
The Opposite Zoo
Welcome Home, Bear
A Book of Babies
Snow Rabbit, Spring Rabbit: A Book of Changing Seasons
Hide & Seek
A Book of Sleep

Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Each May, we honor the stories, histories, and cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Below is a selection of acclaimed fiction and nonfiction books by AANHPI creators to share with your students this month and throughout the year. AANHPI Creators – Elementary School titles  

Read more

Mental Health Awareness Month Resources

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and addressing student wellness and mental health is critical to help children learn how to manage emotions, develop healthy identities, empathize with peers, and pursue individual goals. We created thematic guides and book lists to help foster important conversations to build an inclusive environment where emotions matter. Explore our social emotional

Read more