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Books by Janet S. Wong | Wonderlit

Books by Janet S. Wong

9 books · Ages 3–12

Known for the Minn and Jake series, Janet S. Wong writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–12, alongside 8 standalone books, exploring themes of loneliness & belonging, asian heritage, family & siblings.

Series

Minn and Jake's Almost Terrible Summer

1 book · Ages 8–12

Standalone Books

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The Dumpster Diver

Steve the electrician puts on his special gear once a month to hunt for discarded objects that he and the neighborhood k

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Good Luck Gold and Other Poems

For the child exploring their cultural identity, these poems offer a bridge between two worlds, celebrating Chinese Amer

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Me and Rolly Maloo

By Age Range

This Next New Year

The Dumpster Diver

The Trip Back Home

Apple Pie Fourth of July

The Dumpster Diver

Common Themes

Loneliness & Belonging Asian Heritage Family & Siblings Love & Family Cultural Identity School Life Cooking & Food Celebrating Heritage

For the child feeling the pressure to be 'cool' or tempted to cut corners to fit in with the popular crowd.

Ages 8–11

Cover of The Trip Back Home

The Trip Back Home

For the child preparing to visit family far away, this gentle story explores the beauty of heritage and the comfort of i

Cover of Suitcase of Seaweed, A

Suitcase of Seaweed, A

For the child exploring their place in the world while navigating the beautiful, sometimes complex threads of a multi-ge

Cover of Apple Pie Fourth of July

Apple Pie Fourth of July

A young girl wonders why her family's Chinese restaurant is open on the Fourth of July until she finds her own way to ce

Cover of Homegrown House

Homegrown House

For the child who feels unsettled by frequent moves and longs for a place where they can truly take root and grow.

Cover of This Next New Year

This Next New Year

For the child preparing to turn the page on a new year with hope and a fresh start. A relatable look at how rituals and

Good Luck Gold and Other Poems

Me and Rolly Maloo

Good Luck Gold and Other Poems

Minn and Jake's Almost Terrible Summer

Suitcase of Seaweed, A

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