The Swallow and the Pumpkinseed: A Korean Folktale

Elisa Oh creates and illustrates Korean-American stories. In this retelling of a Korean folktale, a brother learns a valuable lesson with help from a swallow. A swallow is a type of bird that is found on every continent. Swallows are often used as a symbol of protection and are believed to bring happiness and luck to a household. As you read, take notes on how Nol Bu’s actions and feelings change throughout the story. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/