It was strange to me that many important Japanese American stories were not told by Japanese Americans. I tried, therefore, to focus my Top 10: Japanese American Children’s Books list on lesser known authors telling important stories. I hope this list will inspire more authors in this genre!
I chose these books because there was something special about each of them that helps me to connect to my Chinese roots and I hope that you enjoy them to, even if your ancestry isn’t Asian.
The Korean-America authors have a unique stories to tell. Their collective memories of the old country are still fresh, as is their immigrant experience. Enjoy these 10 Korean American children’s books with your children.
Josh in 6th grade shares his favorite chapter books, a mix of Newbery winners and newly published books.
Best new book to read, Double Dog Dare by Lisa Graff, is a funny chapter book for grades 3-5 according to 4th grader PickyKidPix and me!
What age is appropriate for The Hunger Games movies? Do you think it matters if your child has read the book?
Please join me in a web chat with 2011 and 2010 Newbery Winning authors, Clare Vanderpool and Rebecca Stead.