The Best Chinese American Culture Books for Kids

Summary: Sam Wu is determined to prove he's fearless after an embarrassing incident at the Space Museum. Inspired by his favorite show, Space Blasters, he sets out to confront the ghost rumored to haunt his house. As he navigates ghost hunting, escaped snakes, and sassy cats, can Sam show everyone, including himself, that he's braver than he seems? This humorous adventure explores courage and self-discovery in unexpected ways.

Summary: In 1885, thirteen-year-old Mei works in a Sierra Nevada logging camp, reimagining Paul Bunyan as Auntie Po, a Chinese heroine. Amidst racial tensions post-Chinese Exclusion Act, Mei clings to her stories while grappling with camp politics and her deepening feelings for her friend Bee. As she weaves tales of Auntie Po, Mei explores who owns a myth and how immigrant communities preserve their traditions while carving out a place in America. Will Mei's stories be enough to anchor her in a world that challenges her identity and heart?