Books About Chinese-american Experiences

The Best Chinese-american Experiences Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about chinese-american experiences? 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.

Escape from the Great Earthquake
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017

Escape from the Great Earthquake

By Kate Messner, Kelley McMorris (Illustrator) · Book #6 in the Ranger in Time series

In San Francisco, 1906, a devastating earthquake strikes, and a young Chinese girl named Lily and a dog named Ranger team up to find her friend's brother and escape the city.

160 pages· 14,845 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 582 ratings
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Summary: Ranger, a time-traveling golden retriever, arrives in earthquake-stricken San Francisco to aid Lily Chen, a young servant with dreams of becoming a doctor. As the city crumbles, Lily and her new friend May Wong, along with Ranger, must navigate the devastation to save May's brother and themselves. Amidst the chaos of collapsing buildings and raging fires, they also confront the harsh realities of anti-Chinese discrimination. Can they find safety and hope in a city torn apart? Discover their journey of survival and courage.
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2025

San Francisco Earthquake 1906

A teen faces nature's fury in the 1906 San Francisco earthquake.

144 pages· 14,236 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 3 ratings
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Summary: Fifteen-year-old Chen is thrust into chaos as the 1906 San Francisco earthquake strikes. Amidst the devastation, he must navigate survival and find hope. Can he overcome the odds and emerge stronger?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Lily and the Great Quake

By Veeda Bybee, Alessia Trunfio (Illustrator) · Book #10 in the Girls Survive series

A girl must lead her brother to safety through a burning, hostile city after an earthquake.

112 pages· 12,039 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 147 ratings
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Summary: In 1906 San Francisco, twelve-year-old Lily faces a harrowing journey. Separated from her parents by a devastating earthquake, she must guide her younger brother and neighbor through a city engulfed in flames. As they navigate the chaos, Lily confronts not only the dangers of the fire but also the harsh realities of racism. Can she reunite with her family and find refuge across the bay in Oakland? This gripping tale of survival and courage will leave you questioning who will make it out alive.
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