Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month - Books for young and school age children


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Book cover for "A is for Asian American"
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"Following the alphabet, poetry and expository text explain and showcase the cultural traditions and contributions of Asian Americans throughout U.S. history. Topics include ... food, family, and social celebrations, as well as key moments in history and milestone achievements"--
Book cover for "Eyes that speak to the stars"
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"A young Asian boy notices that his eyes look different from his peers' after seeing his friend's drawing of them. After talking to his father, the boy realizes that his eyes rise to the skies and speak to the stars, shine like sunlit rays, and glimpse trails of light from those who came before--in fact, his eyes are like his father's, his agong's, and his little brother's, and they are visionary. Inspired by the men in his family, he recognizes his...
Book cover for "Mindy Kim and the fairy-tale wedding"
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Mindy Kim volume 7.
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"It's time for a big celebration in Mindy Kim's family: Dad and Julie are getting married! Mindy can't wait to be the flower girl, wear her new hanbok, and officially welcome Julie into the family"--Provided by publisher.
Book cover for "Shining a light"
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"A collective biography of 40 influential Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, from Kalpana Chawla to The Rock to Tammy Duckworth, whose historical contributions readers may not know but whose light shines on, with stunning illustrated portraits by Hugo Award nominee Victo Ngai. From scientists to sports stars, aerospace engineers to artists, every person shines in this collection. Dynamic portraits portray each person with bold colors and clever,...
Book cover for "We are here"
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"We Are Here celebrates 30 of the most influential Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in U.S. history"--
Book cover for "Yes we will"
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"A lyrical nonfiction picture book featuring eighteen Asian American changemakers and two pivotal moments in Asian American history, illustrated by fifteen renowned Asian and Asian American artists"--