CELEBRATING
ASIAN AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH
READ
12 Children's Books to Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage (PBS)
For YA readers, The Front Desk series is based on the author's life and offers an honest depiction of what life is like for modern-day immigrants. Use this reading guide to deepen your reader's understanding of key themes.
WATCH
Watch Chinese-American author and illustrator Arree Chung read his book, Mixed, about tolerance and embracing our differences.
VISIT and EXPLORE
Head to the Westport YMCA on May 7th for their AAPI festival, featuring performers, food, and fun.
Check out 8 Ways to Celebrate Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month With Kids
Google has put together a list of 8 "cultural bucket list" stories - including sports, art, poetry, and more - worth checking out. (Scroll past the carousel.)
Explore this virtual Asian American Art Museum
Make a plan to visit one of these Asian American National Parks and Memorials