Grade Level: High School

• 

  The Black Kids

  Ashley Bennett and her friends are living the charmed life. It’s the end of senior year and they’re spending more time at the beach than in the classroom. They can already feel the sunny days and endless possibilities of summer. Everything changes one afternoon in April, when four LAPD officers are acquitted after beating a…

• 

  Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods

  Grace Lin delivers a groundbreaking, lushly illustrated, and beautifully written full-color book that explores the whimsical myths and stories behind your favorite American Chinese food. From fried dumplings to fortune cookies, here are the tales behind your favorite foods.Do you know the stories behind delectable dishes—like the fun connection between scallion pancakes and pizza? Or…

• 

  Lunar New Year Love Story

  Graphic novel superstars Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen Pham join forces in this heartwarming rom-com about fate, family, and falling in love. She was destined for heartbreak. Then fate handed her love. Val is ready to give up on love. It’s led to nothing but secrets and heartbreak, and she’s pretty sure she’s cursed—no one…

• 

   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.

• 

  Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art Virtual Tours

  Join the talented educators of the Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art for a deep dive on the Cherry Blossom Festival. Available Now! Grades 1-3, 4-6, 9-12.

• 

  TeachAAPI Author Talks ft. Susan Goldman Rubin

• 

  Hula Information Sheet

• 

  Lei Informational Sheet

• 

  Lauhala Weaving

• 

  Hula Girl Coloring Sheet

• 

  Aloha Roots Coloring Sheet

• 

  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!