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Books for Young Readers in AANHPI Heritage Month

CHILDREN'S

MADE IN ASIAN AMERICA

by Erika Lee & Christina Soontornvat

An eminently readable, consciousness-raising U.S. history told from a fresh perspective. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

CLAIRBOYANCE

by Kristiana Kahakauwila

A beautiful celebration of Hawai‘i, including family, community, history, and the land. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE SQUAD

by Christina Soontornvat ; illustrated by Joanna Cacao

Another hilarious and sincere look at a middle schooler’s search for her squad. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

RICK KOTANI'S 400 MILLION DOLLAR SUMMER

by Waka T. Brown

A thought-provoking, multilayered read that will leave a lasting impression. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE STRONGEST HEART

by Saadia Faruqi

An authentically textured account of a young teen coping with a parent’s mental illness. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

RAINBOW FAIR

by Diana Ma

Accessible and engaging, this novel shines as an exceptional tale of self-acceptance and understanding. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

OUTSIDER KIDS

by Betty C. Tang ; illustrated by Betty C. Tang

Tugs at the heartstrings and will spark important, age-appropriate conversations on pertinent, broadly relevant topics. Full review >

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GRAPHIC NOVELS & COMICS

DON'T CAUSE TROUBLE

by Arree Chung ; illustrated by Arree Chung

This humorous and heartwarming glimpse into an immigrant family’s experiences entertains and educates. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE LAST RHEE WITCH AND THE NINE-TAILED FOX

by Jenna Lee-Yun

A pleasing, strongly paced tale with a folkloric twist and solid social-emotional underpinnings. Full review >

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