43 pages • 1 hour read
Jessica KimStand Up, Yumi Chung!
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2020A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Stand Up, Yumi Chung! by Jessica Kim has garnered praise for its heartwarming and humorous portrayal of a young Korean-American girl's journey to self-discovery and confidence through stand-up comedy. Reviewers appreciated the relatable protagonist and cultural representation. However, some found the plot predictable and certain character arcs underdeveloped. Overall, an engaging read for middle-grade audiences.
Who Should Read Stand Up, Yumi Chung!?
Stand Up, Yumi Chung! by Jessica Kim will captivate middle-grade readers who enjoy humorous and heartfelt coming-of-age stories. Fans of Front Desk by Kelly Yang and Wish by Barbara O'Connor will appreciate Yumi’s relatable struggles with identity, cultural expectations, and her dreams of becoming a stand-up comedian.
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Reading Age
9-12yearsLexile Level
620L