The Magic Black Belt (Ben Lee #2)
Written by Hanna Kim
Illustrated by Emily Paik
Published by Stone Arch Books
Ben is thrilled when his mom signs him up for taekwondo—especially when his best friend, Emilio, signs up too.
During their first class, it becomes clear that Emilio is a natural. Ben, meanwhile, struggles to keep up. He is frustrated and embarrassed . . . until he runs into Mr. Wiz, the mysterious janitor from his school, at the studio. Mr. Wiz gives Ben a black belt, and suddenly Ben’s skills start to progress.
What’s behind the sudden improvement? And will the black belt help Ben come out on top when he and Emilio face off? Or will it cost him his best friend?
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Primary ISBN: 9781669014416
Publication Date: January 2024
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook
Middle Grade, Age 08 or older
Community Represented: Korean/Korean American, Mexican/Mexican American
Themes: Cross-Group Friendship, Family Relationship: Parents, Generation: 1st, Genre: Fantasy & Folklore, Identity: Multilingual, Own Voices/Lived Experience, Sports
Setting: United States (Michigan)
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: 1st Generation
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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