Grade Level: Adult

Kuleana: A Story of Family, Land, and Legacy in Old Hawai’i

Sara Kehaulani Goo was enchanted by her family’s land in Hawaii. The vast area on the rugged shores of Maui’s east side—given by King Kamehameha III to her family in 1848. When a property tax bill arrives with a 500 percent increase, Sara and her family members are forced to decide whether to fight for…
2025-2026 AANHPI Cultural Celebrations Calendar
Deep Dive: Diwali

Originating in India, Diwali is celebrated in Hindu, Jain and Sikh cultures. Known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali entails five days of celebration. Though Diwali is celebrated differently across cultures, a common theme of good and light prevailing over evil and darkness connects the three religions. Dive deeper with us here!
Deep Dive: Tanabata (Star Festival)
Deep Dive: Holi
Deep Dive: Songkran

Songkran, Thailand’s traditional New Year festival, takes place each year from April 13–15. Rooted in Hindu and Buddhist traditions, it marks a time of cleansing, renewal, and fresh beginnings. This deep dive document will share more about the meaning and celebrations of the holiday.
Deep Dive: Mid-Autumn Festival
Deep Dive: Lunar New Year

Families around the world in countries such as China, South Korea, Vietnam, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, and more celebrate Lunar New Year with joy and tradition. To welcome good fortune, they clean their homes, share festive meals, hang lanterns, and more. This deep dive will explain more about the holiday and its many traditions.
Family Media Fact Checking Discussion

Media Literacy is an important skill for families to develop in our media saturated culture. Explore two fact checking sites using various resources including Asian News sources to discover useful skills for checking media sources for bias and credibility.
Cultural Celebrations Calendar 2025-2026
Deep Dive: Tanabata Star Festival
The Emperor of Gladness

One summer evening in the economically depressed town of East Gladness, Connecticut, nineteen-year-old Hai stands on the edge of a bridge in the rain, ready to jump, when he hears someone shout across the river. Grazina, a widow dealing with dementia, convinces him to take another path. Hal becomes Grazina’s caregiver, and during the next…