Grade Level: K–2
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Leo’s First Vote
Leo’s dad is voting in his first election as a naturalized US citizen, and he promises to take Leo to the polls with him. Leo can’t wait! After his cousin Ray casts doubt on the importance of a single vote, Leo’s class mock election results, as well as a talk with his dad convince him…
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I Am a Bon Dancer
A young Japanese/Hawaiian girl wishes she could dance, but she can’t bring herself to try, until Grandpa Jo encourages her to remember the meaning of the Obon Festival, celebrating our family members who have passed on, and to imagine her beloved Grandma Nat dancing along with her.
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Our Double Fifth Celebration: Dragon Boat Festival, Children’s Day and Dano
On the fifth day of the fifth month, there is so much to celebrate! Boats race to the beat of the drums in the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival. Japanese carp flags wave in the wind for National Children’s Day. And women soar on the swings during Dano in Korea.
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Amy Wu and the Warm Welcome
Amy wants Lin, the new student from China, to feel included. Maybe a dumpling party will help. Two dads parents of one of the students are among the guests.
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K-Pop TAP Bite
TeachAAPI has created a K-Pop “Tap Bite” mini-lesson designed for classroom use. Teachers can use this resource to introduce or deepen students’ understanding of the music genre, its cultural significance, and its global impact. It’s a simple way to connect student interests to cultural learning. The deck includes speaker notes to support educators and also…
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Reading List for Asian American Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month(AANHPI), Summer Reading, and Beyond
A collection of books for grades PreK-12 that focuses on Asian Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Desi American authors and topics. Books can connect you to people who inspire you, characters who bring you joy, situations that introduce new perspectives, and make you feel seen.They can encourage people to stand-up for those that experience inequality and…
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Tia Bua Believes in Your Magic
Tia Bua derived from Hindu and Spanish is a term of endearment. Tia Bua’s journey is more than just an exploration of mindfulness, it’s an inspiring journey towards wellness and self-belief.
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A Day With No Words
Aiden is a non-verbal autistic boy. He has a tablet that he uses to communicate. This book explains that not speaking outloud doesn’t mean you can’t speak.
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Deep Dive: Eid
Eid is a joyful Islamic festival celebrated by over 1.8 billion Muslims worldwide, marking moments of gratitude, reflection, and togetherness. It includes two major observances, Eid al-Fitr, celebrating the end of Ramadan, and Eid al-Adha, honoring devotion and sacrifice, both beginning with communal prayers and shared festivities.
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Welcoming the Lunar New Year: Festivals of the World
As Ren asks her neighbors to help her repair her mother’s New Years dress, she learns about new years celebrations throughout Asia. Written by the chef and food writer Lara Lee.
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A Line Can Go Anywhere: The Brilliant, Resilient Life of Artist Ruth Asawa
At the Rohwer Relocation Center in Arkansas, she drew what she saw—bayous, guard towers, and the barbed wire that separated her from her old life.That same barbed wire would inspire Ruth’s art for decades.
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Sharice’s Big Voice: A Native Kid Becomes a Congresswoman
Sharice Davids was one of the first Indigenous women elected to Congress. This book teaches everyone that they can work to overcome obsticales and be heard.