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Asian Americans Have Always Belonged in the United States |
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Shapes, Lines, and Light: My Grandfather's American Journey
by Katie Yamasaki
This striking picture book rendering of one artist's work through the eyes of another celebrates the life of acclaimed Japanese American architect Minoru Yamasaki, who left his mark on the world despite anti-Asian racism in post-World War II America.
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It Began With a Page: How Gyo Fujikawa Drew the Way
by Kyo Maclear
The creators of Julia, Child present a picture book portrait of the Japanese-American picture book illustrator and diversity activist, discussing her imprisonment in a World War II internment camp and her efforts to represent multicultural kids in her art.
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Patsy Mink
by Tae Keller
In this chapter book biography, children are introduced to the first Asian American woman elected to Congress who championed rights for women, children, immigrants and minorities, paving the way for many other women to succeed.
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Maizy Chen's Last Chance
by Lisa Yee
In Last Chance, Minnesota, with her family, Maizy spends her time at the Golden Palace, the restaurant that's been in her family for generations, where she makes some discoveries requiring her to go on a search for answers.
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The Secret Battle of Evan Pao
by Wendy Wan Long Shang
Moving to Haddington, Virginia, Evan Pao is targeted by a boy who is determined to make sure that Chinese American Evan is not included, forcing Evan to decide whether to react with the same cruelty shown to him, or choose a different path.
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Prairie Lotus
by Linda Sue Park
A young half-Asian girl arriving in 1880s America struggles to adjust to new surroundings while navigating the almost unanimous prejudice of the townspeople in her heartland community.
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Red, White, and Whole
by Rajani LaRocca
Told in verse, Reha, already dealing with being the only Indian American student in middle school, must now take care of her mother diagnosed with leukemia.
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Count Me In
by Varsha Bajaj
Told from two viewpoints, sixth-graders Karina and Chris use social media to stand up to racism in Houston, Texas, after an attack puts Karina's Indian American grandfather in the hospital.
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My Name is Saajin Singh
by Kuljinder Kaur Brar
When the teacher mispronounces his name on the first day of school, Saajin, who LOVES his name, is not sure if he should correct her until he realizes the importance of reclaiming his name and embracing his identity.
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American Desi
by Jyoti Rajan Gopal
An American child of East Asian descent revels in dances, clothing, games, foods and other characteristics of both cultures, while blending them into what makes this American desi unique.
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