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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+
All the Broken Pieces
Ann E. Burg
Between the baseball field and a new adoptive home, Matt Pin struggles to reconcile his life in America with the hauntin
Ages 10–14
Everyone Loves Lunchtime but Zia
Jenny Liao
Zia learns to take pride in the traditional Chinese dishes her parents pack for her as she finds a heartwarming way to s
Ages 3–7
The Rabbit and the Dragon King
Daniel San Souci
For the child learning that quick thinking and wit can solve even the scariest problems. This classic tale celebrates cl
Ages 4–8
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The Have a Good Day Cafe
Frances Park, Ginger Park
For the child who wants to help their family succeed, this story honors the special bond between grandparents and childr
Ages 4–8
Only One Year
Andrea Cheng
Twelve-year-old Alex Petroski travels across the country with his dog and an iPod full of recordings, hoping to send his
Ages 8–12
Good Fortune: My Journey to Gold Mountain
Li Keng Wong
Seven-year-old Li Keng leaves her Chinese village for a long sea voyage to California, facing the daunting interrogation
Ages 8–12
A Taste of Freedom: Gandhi and the Great Salt March
Elizabeth Cody Kimmel
For the child questioning why rules are sometimes unfair. Discover how a quiet walk for salt became a powerful, peaceful
Ages 6–10
The Legend of Hong Kil Dong
written and ill. by Anne Sibley O'Brien
For the child grappling with unfair rules or feeling overlooked, this legendary tale follows a hero who creates his own
Ages 8–12
Naming Maya
Uma Krishnaswami
For the child grappling with the sale of a family home or navigating the complex feelings of belonging to two different
Ages 9–12
Rickshaw Girl
Mitali Perkins
For the child feeling the weight of family expectations and wanting to contribute their unique talents when traditional
Ages 7–11
I Am Not Who You See: An Illustrated Novel
Krishnni Khanna
For the child who feels like a 'hidden poet' or seeks to understand the complex journey behind a famous face, this book
Ages 10–16
Yoon #1
My Name Is Yoon
Helen Recorvits
Yoon feels like a stranger in her new school, so she experiments with new names to help her bridge the gap between her o
Ages 4–8
Little Oh
Laura Krauss Melmed
A mother tells the magical story of a girl made of paper who must find her way back home after being separated from her
Ages 4–8
Magic Fish, The
Trung Le Nguyen
Tiến helps his mother learn English through the magic of fairy tales while he searches for the right words to share his
Ages 12–18
Korean Cinderella
Shirley Climo
Pear Blossom faces the cruelty of a wicked stepmother as she tries to reach a village festival in this traditional Korea
Ages 4–8
American Betiya
Anuradha D. Rajurkar
Rani’s world splits in two as she falls for Oliver, hiding a forbidden romance from her strict parents that threatens to
Ages 14–18
Please, Papa
Kate Banks
For the child who loves spooky legends but needs a comforting bedtime routine. This Filipino folklore retelling explores
Ages 4–8
Shabanu #3
The House of Djinn
Suzanne Fisher Staples
For the teenager grappling with how to honor family traditions while forging their own path in a rapidly changing world.
Ages 12–18
Emperor's New Clothes: A Tale Set in China, The
Demi
Set against the backdrop of ancient China, this vibrant retelling uses traditional symbols to show why honesty is more i
Ages 5–10
The Trip Back Home
Janet S. Wong
For the child preparing to visit family far away, this gentle story explores the beauty of heritage and the comfort of i
Ages 4–8
Why Do The Chinese Have A Different New Year?
Baby Professor
Learn how the turn of the lunar calendar creates a vibrant spring festival and why the date of this important celebratio
Ages 4–8
Chachaji's Cup
Uma Krishnaswami
For the child curious about their family's roots and the stories hidden in everyday objects. A gentle introduction to th
Ages 6–10
Growing Up Under a Red Flag: A Memoir of Surviving the Chinese Cultural Revolution
Ying Chang Compestine
For the child curious about life in other times and places, this memoir offers a window into growing up with courage dur
Ages 9–14
The Rock in My Throat
Kao Kalia Yang
For the child who feels frozen or silent in new environments, this moving memoir explores the weight of selective mutism
Ages 5–9
