chinese americans

Adeline is just three days old when her mother dies. She is blamed for the death and considered bad luck. For years, she tries to please her family, wanting only acceptance and love, but often facing rejection. Finally, after discovering literature, she is given the chance to succeed.

Chronicles the history of the Chinese in nineteenth century America--how they transformed America and found themselves transformed in the process.

Discusses Chinese immigrants to America, their reasons for coming, their lifestyles, and their contributions to their new country.

Describes the life and work of the Chinese-American architect who designed the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., and the Civil Rights Memorial in Montgomery, Alabama.

When Mei-Mei fails in her attempt to earn money through a cookie sale for the expensive toy bear she wants for Christmas, her mother helps her to see a special gift she has had all along.

An Irish boy and a Chinese boy become friends, despite their mistrust and prejudices, while working on the Transcontinental Railroad in 1866.

This book is a biography of Laurence Yep, author of "Dragonwings," "Sweetwater," "Tiger Magic," and other books for young people.

Traces the history of Chinese immigration to the United States, discussing why they emigrated, their problems in a new land, and their contributions to American culture.

Chronicles the history of Chinese immigrants in America, describing their positive and negative experiences--including building the transcontinental railroad and the prohibition of Chinese immigration into the U.S. from 1882 until 1943--and their influence on American culture.

Discusses Chinese who have immigrated to the United States, their reasons for coming, where they have settled, and how they have contributed to their new country.