Books About Angel Island

The Best Angel Island Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about angel island? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Angel Island

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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

Paper Son

By Helen Foster James, Virginia Shin-Mui Loh, Wilson Ong (Illustrator) · Tales of Young Americans series

A boy's future hinges on passing a test to become a 'paper son' in America.

32 pages· 2,700 words· Est. 21 min read-aloud

4.0/5 Goodreads · 220 ratings

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Summary: In 1926, young Fu Lee faces a daunting journey from his Chinese village to America. As a 'paper son,' he must convincingly assume a new identity to pass the test at Angel Island Immigration Station. The stakes are high; one mistake could send him back to China, dashing his grandparents' hopes for a better life. Will Lee's courage and determination be enough to secure his future in a foreign land, or will the weight of his secret prove too great? Discover the challenges and choices that define his path.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2015

Immigration

By Lizann Flatt · Uncovering the Past: Analyzing Primary Sources series

Uncover the forces behind the 19th-century migration wave to North America.

48 pages· 8,690 words· Est. 58 min read

3.0/5 Goodreads · 4 ratings

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Summary: Explore the 19th-century migration wave to North America, where millions sought new lives. Delve into the biases and circumstances shaping their journeys through passports, tickets, and media. Discover how history's lessons echo today, challenging us to critically assess evidence and narratives. What truths lie beneath the surface of these migrations?

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