Looks at the experiences of Chinese Americans from the first immigrants during the California Gold Rush to the present, and looks at the accomplishments of Chinese American writers, artists, architects, and business people.

A girl and her family prepare for and celebrate Chinese New Year.

Provides information on the history of China and on the customs, language, religion, and experiences of Chinese Americans.

For two joyous weeks red is all around. The color represents luck and happiness. Children receive money wrapped in red paper, and friends and loved ones exchange poems written on red paper. The Chinese New Year is also an opportunity to remember ancestors, and to wish peace and happiness to friends and family. The holiday ends with the Festival of Lanterns, as many large communities stage the famous Dragon Dance. Fireworks, parades, lanterns, presents,...

Examines the experiences of Chinese immigrants in the United States, discussing the reasons why they left their country, and their efforts to find jobs, homes, and build new lives. Includes immigration figures, a list of famous Chinese immigrants, and other reference tools.

Katie misses school while she is home with the flu.

A 100th anniversary tribute chronicles the inspiring true story of a Chinese-American trail cook whose resourcefulness during a historical camping venture in the Sierras safeguarded a team of influential writers, tycoons, politicians and celebrities who later founded the National Park Service. --Publisher.

Follows a young Chinese American girl, as she navigates relationships with family, friends, and her fourth-grade classroom, and finds a true best friend.

An inspiring picture book biography about Hazel Ying Lee, the first Chinese American woman to fly for the US military.

"In 1845, Sammy, a Chinese American girl, and Annamae, an African American slave girl, disguise themselves as boys and travel on the Oregon Trail to California from Missouri"--