Habbi’s Treasures
Written by Yoojin Grace Wuertz
Illustrated by Dung Ho
Published by Rise x Penguin Workshop
A heartfelt ode to family, memory, and the stories that live in the everyday things we hold dear.
During a game of hide-and-seek at his grandfather’s house, Caleb finds something unexpected-a box full of unknown treasures. Inside are old clothes: a worn school uniform, a polished naval jacket, a folded tuxedo, and a pair of grass-stained jeans. One by one, Habbi shares the story behind each treasure, passing down his life’s journey to Caleb.
Inspired by her own family’s history, acclaimed novelist Yoojin Grace Wuertz makes her picture book debut with this poignant, intergenerational story about resilience, gratitude, and the wisdom we pass down.
Primary ISBN: 9780593891131
Publication Date: September 2026
Available As: Hardcover, eBook
Picture Book, Age 03 or older
Community Represented: Korean/Korean American
Themes: Cultural Empowerment, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Clothing, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Family, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Storytelling, Family Relationship: Grandparents, Generation: 2nd, Identity: Multiracial, Own Voices/Lived Experience
Setting: United States
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: 2nd Generation
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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