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Children's Nonfiction Biographies
Children's Nonfiction Biographies
It Began with a Page: How Gyo Fujikawa Drew the Way by Kyo Maclear
Presents the life of the influential illustrator and author, including her childhood, her love of drawing, her family's internment during World War II, and her groundbreaking work in children's literature.
The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee by Julie Leung
Hazel Ying Lee was born fearless—she was not afraid of anything, and the moment she took her first airplane ride, she knew where she belonged. When people scoffed at her dreams of becoming a pilot, Hazel wouldn't take no for an answer.
My Itty-Bitty Bio: Patsy Mink by Virginia Lo-Hagan
Paper Son: The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong, Immigrant and Artist by Julie Leung
Before he became an artist named Tyrus Wong, he was a boy named Wong Geng Yeo. He traveled across a vast ocean from China to America with only a suitcase and a few papers. Not papers for drawing--which he loved to do--but immigration papers to start a new life.
Queen of Physics: How Wu Chien Shiung Helped Unlock the Secrets of the Atom by Teresa Robeson
Meet Wu Chien Shiung, famous physicist who overcame prejudice to prove that she could be anything she wanted.
The Rock in My Throat by Kao Kalia Yang
In this moving true story, Kao Kalia Yang shares her experiences as a young Hmong refugee navigating life at home and at school.
If Lin Can: How Jeremy Lin Inspired Asian Americans to Shoot for the Stars by Richard Ho
This picture-book biography encourages children to look to the story of Jeremy Lin, the first NBA basketball player of Chinese or Taiwanese descent, for inspiration and empowerment.Children's Nonfiction
Children's Nonfiction
The Most Beautiful Thing by Kao Kalia Yang
Drawn from Kao Kalia Yang's childhood experiences as a Hmong refugee, this heartfelt picture book offers a window into the life of a family with little money and a great deal of love.
Mother Goose Goes to India by Kabir Sehgal
A collection of familiar Mother Goose rhymes reset in India, with character names, foods, numbers, and other aspects changed to reflect life in that country.
Nian, the Chinese New Year Dragon by Virginia Loh-Hagan
An illustrated retelling for young readers of the Chinese folktale about a dragon that threatens a village each spring and Mei, the young girl who is destined to defeat him.
Your Place in the Universe by Jason Chin
A non-fiction introduction to the massive scale of the known universe.
Magic Ramen: The Story of Momofuku Ando by Andrea Wang
Every day, Ando Momofuku would retire to his lab--a little shed in his backyard. For years, he'd dreamed about making a new kind of ramen noodle soup that was quick, convenient, and tasty to feed the hungry people he'd seen in line for a bowl on the black market following World War II.
Yes We Will: Asian Americans who Shaped this Country by Kelly Yang
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.
A Child's Introduction to Asian American and Pacific Islander History by Naomi Hirahara
Celebrate the diversity, history, and rich cultures of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community and teach kids ages 8-12 about the people, experiences, and events that have shaped AAPI historyChildren's Nonfiction Chapter Books
Children's Nonfiction Chapter Books
Made in Asian America: A History for Young People by Erika Lee
This adaptation of the award-winning The Making of Asian America shines a light on the generations of Asian Americans who have transformed the U.S., and who continue to do so today, telling a powerful story of race, racism, bravery and hope.Page updated
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