Thursday, May 8, 2025

Picture books about the Hawaiian Islands for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

During Asian Pacific Islander Month, Forsyth County Public Library highlights Asian and Pacific Islander cultures. These picture books from our Easy collection feature inquisitive young girls living in the Hawaiian Islands. 

Aloha Everything by Kaylin Melia George and Mae Waite

A young girl learns about her island home and heritage in a picture book that depicts vibrant scenes of native Hawaiians alongside the island's breathtaking scenery. This beautifully illustrated book describes Hawaii's colorful plant life and animals of the land and sea.  



Made for More by Chloe Ito Ward; Illustrated by Gael Abary

A spirited young girl in Kaua'i embraces her Japanese heritage while learning about family traditions like lantern festivals, tea ceremonies, and sacred songs and exploring the island's beauty in this thoughtful picture book about identity and expression.    

Alicia Cavitt
Information Specialist




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