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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+
Pattan's Pumpkin
Chitra Soundar
For the child curious about global legends and how communities face challenges. This vibrant retelling of a traditional
Ages 4–8
The Green Frogs: A Korean Folktale
Yumi Heo
Two disobedient green frogs always do the opposite of what they are told, leading to a rainy-day mystery in this bright
Ages 4–8
The Ramayana for Children
The Girl Who Chose
Devdutt Pattanaik
For the child learning that growing up means making their own choices, this retelling of the Ramayana explores the power
Ages 8–12
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392 books
Ash #1
Huntress
Malinda Lo
Two seventeen-year-old girls embark on an unprecedented trek to the city of the Fairy Queen to heal a broken world and r
Ages 14–18
The Boy Who Drew Cats: A Japanese Folktale
Arthur A. Levine
A Japanese legend comes to life through a young boy whose obsession with drawing cats leads him away from his chores and
Ages 5–10
Girl Giant #2
Girl Giant and the Jade War
Van Hoang
For the child navigating the pressure of high expectations while trying to stay true to their own values and heritage.
Ages 8–12
Sona Sharma #4
A Friend Indeed
Chitra Soundar
For the child navigating the tricky balance between healthy competition and staying true to their friends when things ge
Ages 6–9
Kingdom of Xia #1
Silver Phoenix
Cindy Pon
Relieved to escape an unwanted marriage, Ai Ling journeys toward the Palace of Fragrant Dreams to find her father as a m
Ages 14–18
Factory Girl
Josanne La Valley
Sixteen-year-old Roshen leaves her rural home for a grueling southern China factory, finding strength in her Uyghur comm
Ages 12–18
Dara Palmer's Major Drama
Emma Shevah
Dara is a born star, but when she’s rejected from the school play, she begins to wonder if her Cambodian roots are the r
Ages 8–12
My Mother's Tongues #2
Our Mothers' Names: Love in Many Languages
Uma Menon
For children curious about the many languages their friends speak, this gentle exploration celebrates the special names
Ages 4–8
Bawshou Rescues the Sun: A Han Folktale
Allan Baillie, Chun-Chan Yeh
Bawshou sets out on a magical quest to defeat the King of the Devils and return the stolen sun to the sky in this mythic
Ages 5–9
Words for Toddlers
Telugu - English: First 100 Words
Laura R. Williams
For the family looking to weave their Telugu heritage into daily life, this bilingual guide uses colorful visuals to bui
Ages 0–4
Celebrate!
Diwali
Anita Nahta Amin
Oil lamps glow and fireworks light up the sky in this look at how different cultures and religions celebrate the festive
Ages 6–9
Kubo and the Two Strings
Meet Kubo
R. R. Busse
For the young reader who loves heroes and magic, this introduction to Kubo's world explores bravery and family bonds in
Ages 4–8
Reeya Rai #1
Reeya Rai and the King's Treasure
Anita Nahta Amin
For the young problem-solver who loves following clues, this early chapter book celebrates cultural heritage through an
Ages 6–9
Pebble Plus: Biographies
Ellison Onizuka
Stephanie Cham
Follow the incredible path of Ellison Onizuka as he rises from an Air Force pilot to become the first Asian American ast
Ages 6–9
My First Words (Montessori)
My First Words in Korean
Montessori Bright Start Press, Marcelo Cuevas
For families looking to introduce Korean heritage or prepare for a new language journey, this Montessori-inspired guide
Ages 2–6
My First Kyrgyz
My First Kyrgyz Fruits & Vegetables
Kairat S.
Perfect for families wanting to share their Kyrgyz roots, this bilingual guide helps toddlers discover colorful fruits a
Ages 0–4
Sanjay Patel's Hindu Deities
Ganesha's Great Race
Sanjay Patel, Emily Haynes
For the child who feels like they can't keep up with others, this vibrant myth shows how cleverness and devotion can be
Ages 4–8
The Mouse King A Story from Tibet
Yeshe Tsultim
For the child grappling with a 'big head' after a success, this Tibetan fable explores how pride and greed can make us f
Ages 6–9
The Two Bullies
Junko Morimoto
Two legendary bullies from different lands scare each other so thoroughly with their reputations that they decide to ski
Ages 4–9
Mangoes, Mischief, and Tales of Friendship: Stories from India
Chitra Soundar
For the child navigating what is fair versus what is right, these clever Indian folktales show how wisdom and friendship
Ages 6–10
Usborne First Reading
The Mouse's Wedding
Mairi Mackinnon
For the parent of a child who feels small or unimportant, this story shows how the tiniest person might just be the most
Ages 5–7
