Asia

China is a country full of culture, life, and history that spans centuries. Readers explore these elements of ancient China through its art. Bright, colorful photographs show artistic depictions of the life and culture of China and how it has changed...

A high-stakes adventure full of heart and the power of words to create change in modern day Mumbai, from debut author Varsha Shah, winner of the Times/Chicken House competition.Abandoned on the Mumbai railways, Ajay has grown up with nothing but a...

The instant #1 New York Times bestseller.Acclaimed storyteller Alan Gratz (Refugee) delivers a pulse-pounding and unforgettable take on history and hope, revenge and fear -- and the stunning links between the past and present.September 11, 2001, New York...

Two young siblings learn the story behind traditional Tết (Vietnamese New Year) cakes in Legendary Cakes, a captivating picture book from author/illustrator Kerisa Greene. Spring is almost here and Tết is even closer.A celebration for the...

Young readers travel to Japan to learn about the Bon festival in this title. The celebration's history and practices are explored in easy-to-understand text and bright, colorful photos. Important Japanese customs including music and dance round out the...

Dive into the richly diverse region of Southeast Asia! This social studies book details the growth and change happening throughout the eleven countries that make up Southeast Asia. From the mainland zone to the maritime zone, Southeast Asia is a...

Welcome to China! Discover the landmarks that make China well known around the world--towering mountains, such as Mount Everest, ancient statues, such as the Terracotta Army, and awesome structures, such as the Great Wall. Free downloadable Teacher's...

Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world, made up of more than 17,000 islands, with lush rain forests, mountainous interiors, mangrove forests, rich coral reefs, and sandy beaches. Read all about the country's land and resources, the...

Welcome to China! Discover the landmarks that make China well known around the world--towering mountains, such as Mount Everest, ancient statues, such as the Terracotta Army, and awesome structures, such as the Great Wall. Free downloadable Teacher's...

Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world, made up of more than 17,000 islands, with lush rain forests, mountainous interiors, mangrove forests, rich coral reefs, and sandy beaches. Read all about the country's land and resources, the...

Twins Camila and Carlos find a postcard in their mailbox from a girl in Japan, and they set off on a magical adventure to see her country.

The last empress of China, Cixi fought ruthlessly to isolate her country from the West, while cloistered inside her lavish Forbidden City, ignoring the needs of her people. But was the Dragon Empress evil or just out-of-touch? Gorgeous illustrations and...

Journey into a land of magic and powerful girls in this feminist graphic novel retelling of three Indonesian folktales. "Brimming with spirit, this is a book all about connection and empowerment. Angkasa's gorgeous rendering and vivid storytelling will...

2021 Freeman Book Awards Honorable Mention - Children's Literature The Best Children's Books of the Year 2022, Bank Street College STARRED REVIEW! "Hadley has created a remarkable debut that flows elegantly, interweaving the two tales in a way that is...

2012 Storytelling World Award Best Children's Books of the Year 2012, Bank Street College 2011 NYPL 100 Books for Reading and Sharing STARRED REVIEW! "The text is nicely repetitive and includes satisfyingly disgusting nose-blowing effects that children...

**Freeman Book Awards - Honorable Mention - Children's and Young Adult's Literature on East and Southeast Asia "As a food scientist, she sought to reduce the Philippines' dependence on imported food, pioneering new ways to use local products. And that...

The Children's Book Committee of Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Books of the Year List - Family/School/Community & Outstanding Merit (2024) An unforgettable tale of persistence and problem-solving, based on the amazing true story of a...

This interesting title examines the mythology and folklore of India, and discusses its importance in Hinduism. The greatest myths of India, drawn from the sacred texts and traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, are presented. The Indian gods and...

In this colorful book, students will learn about the roles and relationships of the heroes and gods in ancient Chinese myths and legends. Several ancient Chinese myths are retold, describing how these stories helped ancient people interpret their world...

From pasta to paper, the inventions of the Ancient Chinese remain part of everyday life in our modern world. Learn how items like wheelbarrows, the first toothbrushes, and early earthquake detectors have evolved into devices we know today and discover...

Hoping to finally end World War II, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan, on August 6, 1945. Three days later, the U.S. dropped another massive bomb on Nagasaki, Japan. The result was total devastation. Within seconds of the...

Hoping to finally end World War II, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan, on August 6, 1945. Three days later, the U.S. dropped another massive bomb on Nagasaki, Japan. The result was total devastation. Within seconds of the...

The United States entered World War II after a surprise attack by the Japanese on December 7, 1941. U.S. officials feared that Japanese Americans would betray their country and help Japan. Nearly 120,000 Japanese Americans were taken from their homes and...

This sweet and gentle picture book celebrates summer in Japan, as one little girl shares her love for bugs with her cousin who is visiting from America. Two young cousins who are separated by language, continent and culture meet for the first time when...

In this moving picture book, a migrant worker and his daughter, find good fortune in the form of a peach tree growing behind their house in rural China. Filled with stunning illustrations, this is a unique and poignant story about love, perseverance, and...

In this moving picture book, a migrant worker and his daughter, find good fortune in the form of a peach tree growing behind their house in rural China. Filled with stunning illustrations, this is a unique and poignant story about love, perseverance, and...

Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!Consisting of a long island chain in East Asia, Japan is a country of towering mountains, beautiful farmland, and huge cities. Despite its relatively small size, it is home to one of the...

A hopeful and heartwarming story about finding joy after tragedy, Amil and the After is a companion to the beloved and award-winning Newbery Honor novel The Night Diary, by acclaimed author Veera Hiranandani At the turn of the new year in 1948, Amil and...

A hopeful and heartwarming story about finding joy after tragedy, Amil and the After is a companion to the beloved and award-winning Newbery Honor novel The Night Diary, by acclaimed author Veera Hiranandani At the turn of the new year in 1948, Amil and...

This breathtaking, full-color illustrated fantasy is inspired by Chinese folklore, and is a companion to the Newbery Honor winner Where the Mountain Meets the Moon and Starry River of the Sky. Pinmei's gentle, loving grandmother always has the most...

Publishers Weekly Best Book * ALA Best Book for Young Adults * ALA Notable Children's Book * ALA Booklist Editors' ChoiceMoving, honest, and deeply personal, Red Scarf Girl is the incredible true story of one girl's courage and determination during one...

Everything changes for Aster the night her brother dies. Suddenly she's the only hope of the family, and instead of an early marriage to a boy from her small village in Pakistan, her parents decide to send her to the government high school in her...

Honor and Fidelity. That is the motto of the 65th Infantry Regiment, also known as the Borinqueneers, the only Puerto Rican unit in the United States Army. Since the regiment's creation in 1899, the men of the 65th have proudly served the US through...

An epic story of love and betrayal set against the backdrop of the Tiananmen Square protests, Her Rebel Highness continues Diana Ma's Daughter of the Dynasty series. In Heiress Apparently, Gemma Huang's big acting break led her to Beijing, where she...

Nerding Out About Japanese Popular Culture covers the wonderfully nerdy world of Japanese popular culture: from anime to J-Pop. This 45th Parallel hi-lo series includes considerate vocabulary and high-interest content.

Even an experienced climber like Brian Dickinson faces great odds when they make their way to the top of Everest. And when facing the sun, Brian had an even bigger problem. Blinded by the light, Brian had to make his way down a mountain alone, while...

Even an experienced climber like Brian Dickinson faces great odds when they make their way to the top of Everest. And when facing the sun, Brian had an even bigger problem. Blinded by the light, Brian had to make his way down a mountain alone, while...

On an expedition to climb Mount Everest, the reader chooses between alternatives throughout the book. Only one series of choices will lead to the top of the mountain and safely home. Illustrated in comic book style and based on real, true-life facts...

The Vietnam War was a complicated and controversial conflict, and readers take a focused look at this chapter in world history through the lens of the military technology used in this war. From the advent of assault rifles to the use of chemical weapons,...

The Vietnam War was a complicated and controversial conflict, and readers take a focused look at this chapter in world history through the lens of the military technology used in this war. From the advent of assault rifles to the use of chemical weapons,...