Meet Penguin, a brand new character whose friendship will warm your heart!
Yoon Salina Books
Salina Yoon crafts engaging narratives for young readers, often exploring themes of friendship and adventure. Her distinctive illustrations imbue her stories with a unique visual charm, making them a memorable experience for children. Yoon focuses on creating books that resonate with a child's world, sparking imagination and fostering emotional connection. Her works are celebrated for their playfulness and depth, appealing to both children and the adults who read with them.






Penguin embarks on his next journey--becoming the first penguin to explore the North Pole Along the way, he says hello to all of his old friends. But when he finally reaches his destination, he realizes he's all alone in a strange, foreign place . . . . How will Penguin overcome his fears of the unknown and enjoy this new adventure? Countless readers and reviewers have already come to love the adorable Penguin, and Salina Yoon continues to expand this still-growing series with a timeless story of firsts and friendship. And Penguin is sure to find even more fans in board--the format is the perfect fit for Salina's sweet art and simple text.
Sun, sea, sand and . . . Penguin? An uplifting follow-up to the heartwarming Penguin and Pinecone
Penguin in Love
- 36 pages
- 2 hours of reading
One day, Penguin was looking for love. Instead, he found ...a mitten. When Penguin finds a single mitten in the snow, he decides to search for it's owner. Unbeknown to him, on the other side of the iceberg, Bootsy the penguin is busily knitting away and dreaming of finding her soulmate. When both Penguin and Bootsy's wool goes missing, they join forces to solve the mystery, and as the story unravels they realise that perhaps they have become more than just friends ...A heartwarming story of life's biggest adventure - love.
Busy Little Ladybug
- 12 pages
- 1 hour of reading
The story centers on a lively ladybug as it navigates its daily adventures. This engaging board book is uniquely designed with a ladybug shape, a googly eye on the cover, and a soft, shimmery wing, making it visually appealing for young readers. Additionally, it features handles for easy gripping, promoting interactive play and exploration for little hands.
Halloween Kitty
- 12 pages
- 1 hour of reading
A playful kitten with a twitchy tail embarks on a quest for a trick-or-treat companion in this charming Halloween novelty book. Created by award-winning author Salina Yoon, the story captures the spirit of friendship and festive fun, making it an engaging read for young children during the Halloween season.
Geisel Honor-winning author/illustrator Salina Yoon's beloved character Penguin helps his brother in Penguin and Pumpkin--a charming board book that's perfect for fall. Penguin's curiosity about fall sends him on a journey to a faraway farm. But his younger brother Pumpkin is too little to come along! Can Penguin find a perfect way to bring the joys of the season back home so Pumpkin can join the fun? Prolific author/illustrator Salina Yoon's spare text and bright, energetic illustrations bring to life this endearing story celebrating fall and family in many forms! Don't miss these other books from Salina Yoon! The Penguin series Penguin and Pinecone Penguin on Vacation Penguin in Love Penguin and Pumpkin Penguin's Big Adventure Penguin's Christmas Wish The Bear series Found Stormy Night Bear's Big Day The Duck, Duck, Porcupine series Duck, Duck, Porcupine My Kite is Stuck! And Other Stories That's My Book! And Other Stories Be a Friend
Pinwheel
- 16 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Turn the wheel and watch each scene transform with spinning, eye-catching designs! Award-winning artist Salina Yoon's spectacular display of kinetic art immerses readers in a colorful, poetic journey. From a balloon-filled sky to the deep blue sea, Pinwheel reminds readers of the beauty all around them. Let the fun begin with every spin!
Busy Little Fishy
- 12 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Featuring a playful design with a silly googly eye and a shiny fabric fin, this vibrant shaped novelty book is crafted to captivate young readers. Salina Yoon's engaging creation promises to offer delightful visual and tactile experiences, making it an enjoyable read for children.
We Say Good Night
- 18 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Salina Yoon's fun lift-and-learn language board book series teaches children how to say "good night" and "good morning" in 7 different languages! Expand your child's world! This book features the faces of children from many nations speaking seven languages: English, Chinese, Spanish, Hindi, Arabic, French, and Tagalog. In an innovative design, readers lift a flap to discover a speech bubble with a familar phrase translated. Includes phonetic pronunciations for each language, as well as characters for Arabic, Hindi, and Mandarin Chinese. Look for the companion book We Say Hello, which teaches children how to say "hello" and "goodbye" in the same seven languages.
