A SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL Recommended Purchase!
"The challenges and contributions of AANHPI [Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander] people are an integral part
of the development of the United States, yet they are often not viewed as
a part of American history
and are frequently excluded in American schools. This short, fantastic,
and fast-paced graphic novel will fill in that missing piece, providing
readers a living history of AANHPI.
VERDICT This visually engaged book helps young readers of all
backgrounds across the country understand how AANHPI historical events
are greatly linked within the foundation of the United States.
Recommended purchase."
"Historic contributions and stories of resilience are shared in this dynamic graphic novel. An informative and engaging read!"
--Maia and Alex Shibutani, two-time Olympic medalists and authors of Amazing: Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Who Inspire Us All
Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history is American history. The unique experiences, challenges, and contributions of AANHPIs are an integral part of our country's development, but they are rarely taught in American schools.
For many Americans of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, or Pacific Islander descent who grew up in the United States, there continues to be a startling lack of opportunity to learn about our own history in our country. Even today, over 70% of Americans have little knowledge about AANHPI history or confuse it with Asian history. Fighting to Belong! Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders from the 1700s Through the 1800s, written by best-selling writer Amy Chu (Wonder Woman, Deadpool, Ant-Man, Iron Man) and Alexander Chang and illustrated by Louie Chin (Bodega Cat), shares this important and dynamic part of the American experience in an accessible and engaging graphic novel format.
In this book, the first volume of a three-book series, our middle school protagonists Padmini, Sammy, Joe, and Tiana and their guide, Kenji, embark on an amazing journey through time to witness key events in AANHPI history. They witness the arrival of the "Manilamen" to the United States in the eighteenth century and fly through significant moments in the next 150 years. Fighting to Belong! helps new audiences young and old, AANHPI and non-AANHPI, understand how these stories are truly interwoven within the fabric of America.
