May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and during this month we celebrate and recognize the contributions of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States.
This celebration includes the Asian continent and the Pacific islands of Melanesia (New Guinea, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Fiji, and the Solomon Islands), Micronesia (Marianas, Guam, Wake Island, Palau, Marshall Islands, Kiribati, Nauru, and the Federated States of Micronesia) and Polynesia (New Zealand, Hawaiian Islands, Rotuma, Midway Islands, Samoa, American Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu, Cook Islands, French Polynesia, and Easter Island).
10 different websites and blogs with a combined total of over
280+ books to celebrate Asian/Pacific Heritage Month!
SUN, MOON, AND STAR: A FOLKTALE FROM KOREA
Three sisters must outsmart a hungry tiger in this fresh retelling of a beloved Korean folktale.
When Eomma goes to market she has only one rule for her three daughters, don’t open the door until her return. There are creatures that roam the nearby mountains. But as the hours pass, the sisters grow anxious. Surely, Eomma will be home soon. And when there’s a knock at the door, the girls jump to let Eomma in. Except, it is not their mother at the door.
Debut Nancy So Miller updates this centuries-old story with her gorgeous cutpaper art, for which she carefully constructed and photographed each scene. From the fiery orange of the tiger to the soothing shades of a lilac sky, this is a visually lush retelling. Perfect for fans of the original as well as fairy tales like Little Red Riding Hood.
Back matter includes a bibliography and more information about the original story and Korean history and culture.
SUN, MOON, AND STAR: A FOLKTALE FROM KOREA
Written and Illustrated by Nancy So Miller
Published by Holiday House
AN ECHO IN THE CITY
Two star-crossed teenagers fall in love during the Hong Kong protests in this searing contemporary novel about coming-of-age in a time of change, for fans of Malinda Lo and Axie Oh.
Sixteen-year-old Phoenix knows her parents have invested thousands of dollars to help her leave Hong Kong and get an elite Ivy League education. They think America means big status, big dreams, and big bank accounts. But Phoenix doesn't want big; she just wants home. The trouble is, she doesn't know where that is … until the Hong Kong protest movement unfolds, and she learns the city she's come to love is in danger of disappearing.
Seventeen-year-old Kai sees himself as an artist, not a filial son, and certainly not a cop. But when his mother dies, he's forced to leave Shanghai to reunite with his estranged father, a respected police officer, who's already enrolled him in the Hong Kong police academy. Kai wants to hate his job, but instead, he finds himself craving his father's approval. And when he accidentally swaps phones with Phoenix and discovers she's part of a protest network, he finds a way to earn it: by infiltrating the group and reporting their plans back to the police.
As Kai and Phoenix join the struggle for the future of Hong Kong, a spark forms between them, pulling them together even as their two worlds try to force them apart. But when their relationship is built on secrets and deception, will they still love the person left behind when the lies fall away?
AN ECHO IN THE CITY
Written by K. X. Song
Published by Little Brown Books for Young Readers
ALOHA EVERYTHING
In this exciting adventure, you'll encounter mighty canoes crashing over ocean waves, regal hawks soaring high above the clouds, and brilliant lizards jumping nimbly through forest trees! Most importantly, you'll meet a courageous young girl named Ano who learns, grows, and comes to love her island home with all her heart.
Since the day that Ano was born, her heart has been connected to her home. But, this adventurous child has a lot to learn! When Ano begins to dance hula — a storytelling dance form that carries the knowledge, history, and folklore of the Hawaiian people — Ano comes to understand the true meaning of aloha.
Aloha Everything is both a captivating read and a fantastic educational resource for learning about Hawaiian history, ecology, and culture. With breathtaking hand-painted illustrations and beautiful rhyming poetry that will lull little ones into brilliant dreams of vibrant adventure, this book is sure to capture the hearts of both children and parents alike.The beautiful poetry–weaving its way through every page–artfully blends 25 Hawaiian words into the English prose and provides a thoughtful exploration of the meaning of aloha in relation to the land, the people, and the lore. There is also a pronunciation guide and glossary providing additional information for those looking to learn more about the rich language and culture of Hawai'i.
ALOHA EVERYTHING
Written by Kaylin Melia George and Illustrated by Mae Waite
Published by Red Comet Press
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24 children's books featuring the country of Hawaii
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From Happy Days in First Grade:
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From Kids Travel Books:
2 children's books set in French Polynesia
1 children's book set in Samoa
2 children's books set in Papua New Guinea
2 children's books set in Tonga
4 children's books set in the Marshall Islands!
i love it so and my kids are in love with it
Hi All, I’d love to share the picture book I wrote and illustrated, Sun, Moon, and Star: A Folktale from Korea (Holiday House Books). I also have some complementary activities for homeschoolers, teachers, and librarians that pair with my book on my website. Here is the link: https://www.nmillerillustration.com/sunmoonstar.html