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Asian Heritage
Asian Heritage
Asian Heritage Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,259 books about asian heritage
0–3 yrs
211 books
4–7 yrs
894 books
8–11 yrs
694 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Motherland: A Novel
Vineeta Vijayaraghavan
Spending the summer in India forces fifteen-year-old May to bridge the gap between her American life and her family’s ri
Ages 13–18
Silk Princess, The
Charles Santore
A fallen cocoon leads a curious princess on a long journey through ancient China as she follows a single shimmering thre
Ages 5–9
Flying the Dragon
Natalie Dias Lorenzi
For the child navigating a move or family tension. This story explores how shared traditions can bridge cultural gaps an
Ages 8–12
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The Name Drop
Susan Lee
Elijah and Jessica share the same name and a secret: they have swapped identities to chase their dreams, but a sudden ro
Ages 13–18
Gigi and Ojiji #1
Gigi and Ojiji
Melissa Iwai
Gigi is thrilled for her Japanese grandpa to move in, but she soon realizes that sharing her life with Ojiji is more com
Ages 4–8
Yasmin's Hammer
Ann Malaspina
In the busy streets of Dhaka, Yasmin spends her days breaking bricks to help her family while secretly dreaming of the d
Ages 6–10
Asian Holidays #3
Our Double Fifth Celebration
Yobe Qiu
For children curious about how different cultures celebrate the same day, this book explores the unique and vibrant trad
Ages 3–8
Magic Has No Borders
Sona Charaipotra, Samira Ahmed
For the teen navigating the complexities of heritage and home, this anthology blends South Asian folklore with modern id
Ages 12–18
Climbing the Stairs
Padma Venkatraman
In a traditional household in 1940s India, Vidya defies the expectations placed on women by seeking refuge and knowledge
Ages 12–18
10 Things I Hate about Pinky
Sandhya Menon
For the teen navigating the pressure of parental expectations and the messy, exciting sparks of an unexpected summer rom
Ages 12–18
Lord of the Cranes
Kerstin Chen
For the child learning that true character is found in how we treat those with the least. This ancient tale celebrates k
Ages 5–9
Girl Under a Red Moon
Da Chen
For the teen processing how political shifts affect personal safety and family loyalty, this memoir follows a sister's b
Ages 12–17
Asian Folktales for Children
David Conger
For children exploring their roots or those curious about the wider world, these timeless tales offer a cozy way to conn
Ages 5–10
Illustrated Ramayana For Children (Black and White)
Shubha Vilas
Magical weapons and flying chariots fill this retelling of the Ramayana, following Lord Rama’s heroic quest and the ulti
Ages 7–12
You Are Here: Connecting Flights
Ellen Oh
For children navigating the complexities of identity and wanting to see their own diverse experiences reflected in stori
Ages 8–12
A Garden in My Hands
Meera Sriram
For the child preparing for a family celebration or curious about cultural traditions, this book captures the sensory ma
Ages 4–8
Sushi Kitty
Maria Ashworth
In 17th-century Japan, a young girl challenges tradition to master the art of sushi, offering a new origin story for the
Ages 5–9
All Four Quarters of the Moon
Shirley Marr
For the child navigating a major move or feeling caught between two worlds, this story offers comfort through family tra
Ages 8–12
Holly-Mei #1
The Not-So-Uniform Life of Holly-Mei
Christina Matula
Moving from Canada to Hong Kong is a major shift for twelve-year-old Holly-Mei as she tries to find her place within a n
Ages 8–12
Kimchi, Kimchi Every Day
Erica Kim
Vibrant cut-paper art brings the flavors of Korea to life through a catchy rhyming tale that tracks a week's worth of de
Ages 2–5
Story of the Chinese Zodiac
Monica Chang
Twelve animals line up for a high-stakes race to determine the names of the lunar calendar in this bilingual tale illust
Ages 4–8
Keeping Corner
Kashmira Sheth
In 1918 India, twelve-year-old Leela faces the strict traditions of being a child widow while encountering the revolutio
Ages 11–15
Lalani of the Distant Sea
Erin Entrada Kelly
For the child who feels small in a world of big expectations and needs to find the quiet strength within themselves to p
Ages 8–12
In a Village by the Sea
Muon Van
For children experiencing the quiet ache of missing a loved one, this lyrical story offers a soothing connection between
Ages 4–8
