Giving books for Christmas is a great idea, although finding the right book for the people on your list can be tricky. Here are a few of my favorites from the Japanese American bookshelf.
Young Children
“Kika, My First Word Book”
by Fukiko Yamamoto;
Chronicle Books; 2006
“Mad at Mommy”
by Komako Sakai; Arthur A. Levine Books; 2010
Adolescents
“A Boy of Heart Mountain: Based on and Inspired by the Experiences of Shigeru Yabu” by Barbara Bazaldua; Yabitoon Books 2010
“Cool Melons –Turn to Frogs! The Life and Poems of Issa”
by Matthew Gollub;
Lee & Low Books; 2004
“Erika-san” by Allen Say; Houghton Mifflin Books for Children; 2009
“Julie Black Belt:
The Kung Fu Chronicles”
by Oliver Chin; Immedium; 2008
“Manga Techniques, Volume 1”
by Mai Yamaki; Japan Publications Trading Company; 2003
Adults
“Children of Asian America”
by Sandra Yamate; Polychrome Pub Corp; 1995
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