Featured Stories
Read our carefully selected stories to boost your Korean skills!
호랑이와 곶감 | The Tiger and the Dried Persimmon
A tiger is hungry and there is a house nearby with a mother and her baby. What will the tiger do?
의좋은 형제 | The Good Brothers
In a quaint village, two brothers, each leading different lives, showcase the depth of their bond through subtle and thoughtful acts.
콩쥐팥쥐 | Kongjwi and Patjwi
Kongjwi is a kind girl mistreated by her stepmother and stepsister. Her goodness brings magical help and leads to a life-changing meeting.
흥부와 놀부 | Heungbu and Nolbu
Two brothers with contrasting personalities have interactions with a swallow, lead to very different outcomes.
바보 | The Fool
A naive young man tries to sell some cloth but has some trouble getting money from the buyer.
푸른 구슬 | The Blue Bead
A lucky couple have an amazing life thanks to a golden carp.
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