Picture Books to Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage MonthLike this list

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• The Katha Chest

  Chowdhury, Radhiah,

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  Asiya thinks of her family in this lovely, sensory story as she explores a chest of quilts.

• I Am Golden

  Chen, Eva, 1980-

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  Tells of a profound Chinese American immigrant experience complete with self-love.

• Punky Aloha

  Tuiasoa, Shar,

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  Magical glasses help Punky be brave.

• Up to My Knees!

  Lin, Grace

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  Story-telling with math! Plant seeds and watch them grow!

• Eyes That Speak to the Stars

  Ho, Joanna,

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  A boy feels sad when classmates draw a hurtful picture. Empowerment through identity.

• My First Day

  Phung, Nguyen Quang,

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  A young Vietnamese boy paddles his way to school. Stunning illustrations!

• Watercress

  Wang, Andrea,

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  A girl finds new understanding in her history and appreciation for watercress after being embarrased.

• Drawn Together

  Le, Minh, 1979-

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  A mostly wordless book, a grandson and grandfather break down barriers as they make beautiful art.

• A Big Mooncake for Little Star

  Lin, Grace,

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  This origin story about the phases of the moon makes for a lovely bedtime reading.

• Ho'onani

  Hula Warrior

  Gale, Heather (Children's author),

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  Based on a true story, Ho'onani dreams of leading the boys-only hula troupe at her school.

• Bracelets for Bina's Brothers

  LaRocca, Rajani,

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  A math-related story of making something meaningful for family.

• 'Ohana Means Family

  Loomis, Ilima,

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  Sharing Hawaiian cultural tradition and our connection to the earth.

• Eyes That Kiss in the Corners

  Ho, Joanna,

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  Body-positive and lyrical, a young girl shares her personal view of herself and the women in her family.

• Once Upon a Book

  Lin, Grace,

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  Jump from one beautiful location to the next as a little girl goes from bored at home to finding adventure.

• Snow Angel, Sand Angel

  Yamanaka, Lois-Ann, 1961-

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  Find the beauty in your heritage!

• Natsumi!

  Lendroth, Susan,

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  Filled with Japanese culture, Natsumi love to do everything to the fullest!

• Gibberish

  Vo, Young,

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  Showcasing the challenge of learning a new language, follow Dat as he makes a friend.

• The Most Beautiful Thing

  Yang, Kao Kalia, 1980-

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  A grandmother helps a grandaughter understand that life is full of beauty.

• My Name Is Yoon

  Recorvits, Helen,

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  Following a Korean girl who loves to write her name, personal identity means a great deal.

• Friends Are Friends, Forever

  Liu, Dane,

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  A celebration of friendship with beautiful illustrations.