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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+
The Earth Dragon Awakes
Laurence Yep
Two families, one Chinese and one American, struggle to survive the chaos and destruction of the great 1906 San Francisc
Ages 8–12
The Way You Make Me Feel
Maurene Goo
Spend a sticky summer on a food truck where Clara must navigate a tense rivalry with her coworker while reconnecting wit
Ages 12–18
Saints and Misfits #2
Misfit in Love
S.K. Ali
Amidst the beautiful chaos of her brother’s massive wedding, Janna searches for the perfect moment to tell her longtime
Ages 12–18
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12–18 yrs
375 books
The Traveling Photographer #5
The Mysteries of Angkor Wat
Richard Sobol
Ancient ruins hold clues to the lives of the Khmer people. Stunning photographs capture a photographer's journey through
Ages 8–12
Hunt for the Bamboo Rat
Graham Salisbury
A teenager from Hawaii travels to the Philippines on a dangerous spying mission just as the Japanese invasion of World W
Ages 10–14
Mulan: Before the Sword
Grace Lin
Mulan believes her sister is the more worthy daughter, but a quest alongside immortal allies helps her find the bravery
Ages 8–12
Rock by Rock: The Fantastical Garden of Nek Chand
Jennifer Bradbury
Hidden in the jungle, a man builds a secret world of sculptures from discarded stones to keep the memories of his lost c
Ages 4–9
The White Nights of Ramadan
Maha Addasi
For children curious about global traditions, this story explores the mid-Ramadan festival of Girgian, emphasizing commu
Ages 4–9
The Accidental Adventures of India McAllister #1
The Accidental Adventures of India McAllister
Charlotte Agell
For the child navigating the complexities of a blended family, this story offers a gentle way to process divorce and the
Ages 8–12
Ink Knows No Borders
Patrice Vecchione
Sixty-four poets share their deeply personal experiences of leaving their native lands to search for home, identity, and
Ages 12–18
Hana Hashimoto, Sixth Violin
Chieri Uegaki
Ignoring her brothers' teasing, Hana prepares a unique violin performance for the talent show to honor her grandfather i
Ages 4–8
Priya's Big Challenge
Rathna Venkat
For the child who feels overwhelmed by a big goal or a long path ahead. This story helps kids break down daunting tasks
Ages 4–8
One Afternoon
Hsin-Yu Sun
Follow a young designer bicycling through the detailed streets of Taipei while his dog stays busy with his own secret ad
Ages 4–12
The Rumor: A Jataka Tale from India
Jan Thornhill
A misunderstanding spirals out of control in this vibrant retelling of a classic Jataka tale featuring stunning Persian-
Ages 4–8
SumoKitty
David Biedrzycki
A hungry stray cat and a determined wrestler both find their rhythm and confidence through the wisdom of ancient Japanes
Ages 5–9
A Donkey Reads
Muriel Mandell
A clever wise man in ancient Turkey attempts to avoid a tyrant's anger by convincing him that a simple donkey can be tau
Ages 5–9
Dodsworth #4
Dodsworth in Tokyo
Tim Egan
Dodsworth just wants a quiet trip to Tokyo, but his impulsive friend Duck is along for the ride. Watercolor scenes captu
Ages 6–9
Zazoo
Richard Mosher
In modern-day France, a Vietnamese girl named Zazoo and her aging grandfather confront the lingering shadows and heartbr
Ages 12–16
Lailah's Lunchbox: A Ramadan Story
Reem Faruqi
Lailah is proud to fast for Ramadan, yet she feels a nervous flutter as she figures out how to explain her empty lunchbo
Ages 5–8
On the Block: Stories of Home
Ellen Oh
Twelve interconnected stories reveal the vibrant cultures and secret lives of the different families sharing one busy ap
Ages 8–12
Maryam's Magic: The Story of Mathematician Maryam Mirzakhani
Megan Reid
Maryam Mirzakhani used her unique imagination to solve complex problems, eventually becoming the first woman to win the
Ages 4–8
Yamo's Village #1
The Most Beautiful Village in the World
written and illustrated by Yutaka Kobayashi
For children starting to notice world news or hard changes, this story honors the beauty and peace of a vibrant communit
Ages 5–9
Calling the Moon: 16 Period Stories from BIPOC Authors
Aida Salazar, Yamile Saied Méndez
Sixteen diverse voices come together to share the raw emotions and cultural traditions that surround the transition into
Ages 8–12
Thousand Worlds #2
Tiger Honor
Yoon Ha Lee
Sebin is a cadet on a spaceship forced to choose between the honor of their powerful clan and the greater good of the Th
Ages 8–12
