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Asian Heritage
Asian Heritage
Asian Heritage Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,175 books about asian heritage
0–3 yrs
205 books
4–7 yrs
860 books
8–11 yrs
672 books
By format:
Chapter Books
(658)
Young Adult
(118)
Picture Books
(65)
Graphic Novels
(61)
Middle Grade
(35)
Early Readers
(20)
Poetry
(6)
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Rebel Girls Chapter Books #4
Junko Tabei Masters the Mountains
Nancy Ohlin
Though small and teased for being weak, Junko is determined to reach the summit and eventually becomes the first woman t
Ages 6–9
Yasuke The Black Samurai
Kofi Johnson
A legendary traveler from a distant land uses his immense strength and loyalty to become a respected samurai under a pow
Ages 6–11
Eighteen Vats of Water
Ji-li Jiang
Young Xian practices calligraphy until his water vats run dry, balancing his father's legendary legacy with the drive to
Ages 5–10
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12–18 yrs
375 books
Darius the Great #1
Darius the Great Is Not Okay
Adib Khorram
For the teen who feels like an outsider in their own family or culture, this tender story explores clinical depression a
Ages 12–18
Astrid and Apollo #4
The Happy New Year
V. T. Bidania
For children who might feel overwhelmed in big crowds or during major events, this gentle story navigates the mix of exc
Ages 6–8
Leila in Saffron
Rukhsanna Guidroz
Leila finds the beauty in her own skin and her family's traditions while surrounded by the vibrant colors and scents of
Ages 4–8
My Dadima Wears a Sari
Kashmira Sheth
Grandmother shares the art of the sari with her two granddaughters, showing them how the beautiful fabric connects them
Ages 4–8
According To Dhruv
Sangeetha Narayan
For the child curious about their heritage, this introduction to Marathi literature celebrates the vibrant language and
Ages 8–12
Mooncakes
Loretta Seto
A night of lanterns and tea comes alive as a young girl listens to her parents tell ancient legends of the woman and the
Ages 4–8
Pandava Quintet #4
Aru Shah and the City of Gold
Roshani Chokshi
Aru Shah must pass the trials of the city of gold to win the weapons needed to stop a demon army, all while questioning
Ages 8–12
Sari-Sari Summers
Lynnor Bontigao
After a heat wave leaves her grandmother's shop empty, Nora uses ripe mangoes and a sweet idea to bring the community ba
Ages 3–7
Himawari House
Harmony Becker
Three teenagers from different backgrounds share a roof in Japan, finding joy, friendship, and plenty of quirks as they
Ages 14–18
Children of Atlantis #2
Tsavn & The Golden Warrior Drum Dance
Graciella I. Caroponis
For the child who wants to feel connected to their roots while going on a high-stakes adventure. A young Hmong boy finds
Ages 8–12
Kokeshi
Kimonos
Annelore Parot
Flaps and die-cut pages reveal the intricate patterns of kimonos and the traditional hairstyles of Japanese Kokeshi doll
Ages 3–7
A New Year's Reunion
Yu Li-Qiong
Maomao cherishes every moment of sticky rice balls and dragon dances during the one special week each year her father re
Ages 3–8
Peek! A Thai Hide-and-seek
Minfong Ho
A rhythmic game of hide-and-seek unfolds in the Thai countryside as a father and daughter search for each other among th
Ages 2–5
This is Just a Test
Madelyn Rosenberg, Wendy Wan-Long Shang
David Da-Wei Horowitz is stuck in the middle of a latke cook-off between his Jewish and Chinese grandmothers while tryin
Ages 8–12
Uncle Peter's Amazing Chinese Wedding
Lenore Look
Experience the vibrant traditions of a Chinese wedding through the eyes of a young girl learning about the customs and c
Ages 4–8
Holiday Lift-the-Flap
Dragon Dance
Joan Holub
Introduce your preschooler to the vibrant traditions of Lunar New Year through interactive flaps and joyful rhymes that
Ages 2–5
Coolies
Yin
Two brothers travel to the United States to face the immense challenge of building the transcontinental railroad in sear
Ages 6–11
Bound
Donna Jo Napoli
In ancient China, Xing Xing dreams of a life beyond servitude and her stepmother’s greed while finding solace in poetry
Ages 12–18
Connecting Flights
Christina Soontornvat, Ellen Oh
For the child exploring where they fit in a big, busy world. This collection of stories captures the quiet bravery found
Ages 8–12
My Grandmother's House
Kyungnyun K. Richards
For the child preparing to visit a faraway relative or wondering about their family roots in a different land.
Ages 4–8
Mommy's Hometown
Hope Lim
For the child curious about where their parents grew up and how to process the bittersweet changes that happen to a plac
Ages 3–7
