Asian Heritage Month | Calgary Public Library

by DasGupta, Sayantani

Book - 2023

Curious after an incident involving a bee, Kinjal looks for answers in the Thakurmar Jhuli, a collection of Bengali folktales. The book summons a chaos mo...Show more Curious after an incident involving a bee, Kinjal looks for answers in the Thakurmar Jhuli, a collection of Bengali folktales. The book summons a chaos monster, who steals his dog. Then two enormous flying horses from the folktales arrive. Hoping to save their pet, Kinjal and his sister Kiya fly with the horses to the Sky Kingdom where they must save the bees before the Kingdom, and Earth, suffer. Ages 9 – 12 Show less

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Finally Seen

by Yang, Kelly

Book - 2023

Lina Gao has left China to be reunited with her parents and her little sister, but life is not how she thought it would be. After mispronouncing some Engl...Show more Lina Gao has left China to be reunited with her parents and her little sister, but life is not how she thought it would be. After mispronouncing some English words, she decides that she will not speak. However, when her teacher faces backlash for selecting a book that resonates deeply with Lina, it takes all her courage to choose a future where she will finally be seen. Ages 8 – 12 Show less

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"Meesh the Bad Demon, [vol.] 01

by Lam, Michelle

Graphic Novel - 2023

Meesh is a mischievous demon who sets out to prove that not all demons are bad. As Meesh navigates the challenges of being different in a world where demo...Show more Meesh is a mischievous demon who sets out to prove that not all demons are bad. As Meesh navigates the challenges of being different in a world where demons are expected to be wicked, readers are treated to a heartwarming story about acceptance and the power of kindness. With its endearing characters and positive message, this tale is sure to delight readers and inspire them to embrace their uniqueness. Ages 9 – 12 Show less

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Obaasan's Boots

by Bridger, Janis

Book - 2023

Two cousins, Lou and Charlotte, spend a day in their grandmother’s garden and learn about the painful history that affected their grandmother’s family and...Show more Two cousins, Lou and Charlotte, spend a day in their grandmother’s garden and learn about the painful history that affected their grandmother’s family and community during the Second World War. The book illustrates Lou and Charlotte’s growing understanding of their Japanese heritage as well as the historical injustice endured by the Japanese Canadian community. This thought-provoking and engaging read will keep young readers hooked from beginning to end. Ages 9 – 12 Show less

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Peter Lee's Notes From the Field

by Ahn, Angela

Book - 2021

Peter has always wanted to be a paleontologist – his little sister even buries plastic dinosaur bones in his grandparents’ yard so he can methodically dig...Show more Peter has always wanted to be a paleontologist – his little sister even buries plastic dinosaur bones in his grandparents’ yard so he can methodically dig them up. He can’t wait to attend a dig at the Royal Tyrrell Museum! But life has a way of overturning even the best-laid plans. Ahn has written a funny, heartwarming story depicting western Canada, strong family ties, and her Korean culture. Ages 9 – 12 Show less

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Ruby Lost and Found

by Li, Christina

Book - 2023

Feeling lost after the death of her grandfather, seventh-grader Ruby gets caught skipping school. As punishment, her parents ground her and dictate that s...Show more Feeling lost after the death of her grandfather, seventh-grader Ruby gets caught skipping school. As punishment, her parents ground her and dictate that she spends every weekday of the summer with her grandmother, mostly at a seniors’ recreation centre. Although initially unenthusiastic about these visits, after conversations with her grandmother and others at the centre, Ruby becomes determined to save a Chinatown bakery she and her grandfather used to visit. Ages 8 – 12 Show less

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Saving H'non

Chang and the Elephant

by Nguyễn, Trang

Graphic Novel - 2023

In this graphic novel translated from Vietnamese, conservationist Chang rescues 60-year-old elephant H’non from a life of captivity where she sustained ma...Show more In this graphic novel translated from Vietnamese, conservationist Chang rescues 60-year-old elephant H’non from a life of captivity where she sustained many injuries. Chang must partner with an elephant trainer so that H’non can begin to live in the wild, learning lessons about friendship along the way. Based on H’non’s true story, the book also describes wildlife in Vietnam’s Yok Don National Park with detailed illustrations and nature facts. Ages 8 – 12 Show less

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The Spirit Glass

by Chokshi, Roshani

Book - 2023

Following the loss of her parents, Corazon is determined to use her newly awakened magical abilities to bring them back to life. However, when a mysteriou...Show more Following the loss of her parents, Corazon is determined to use her newly awakened magical abilities to bring them back to life. However, when a mysterious thief steals the soul key that allows travel to the afterlife, Corazon must team up with her friends to forge a new one before the balance between life and the afterlife is changed forever. Ages 8 – 12. Show less

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When You Trap A Tiger

by Keller, Tae

Book - 2020

This captivating novel follows Lily as she grapples with family secrets, Korean folklore, and the power of storytelling. When Lily and her family move in ...Show more This captivating novel follows Lily as she grapples with family secrets, Korean folklore, and the power of storytelling. When Lily and her family move in with her sick grandmother, she encounters a magical tiger who offers her a deal: return stolen stories in exchange for her grandmother’s health. The book weaves together themes of heritage, courage, and the importance of confronting one’s past in a mesmerizing world where fantasy and reality intertwine. Ages 8 – 12 Show less

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Willpower

by Chan, Marty

Book - 2022

Jennifer Mah and her father are just trying to look normal while living a life of deception, but then one day Jennifer uses her power to save someone from...Show more Jennifer Mah and her father are just trying to look normal while living a life of deception, but then one day Jennifer uses her power to save someone from being run down by a vehicle. This starts a chain of events that risks her peculiar abilities being discovered. Will Jennifer be able to save her dad without falling into the clutches of Dr. Lansing? Ages 9 – 12 Show less

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You Are Here

Connecting Flights

by Oh, Ellen

Book - 2023

You Are Here tells the stories of 12 young Asian Americans in a chaotic airport as an interruption at the checkpoint leads to confusion and racist rumors....Show more You Are Here tells the stories of 12 young Asian Americans in a chaotic airport as an interruption at the checkpoint leads to confusion and racist rumors. Each protagonist finds their journeys crossing paths with one another as they encounter other passengers, stand up for their beliefs, find their voices, and explore their identities. Ages 8 – 12. Show less

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Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor

by Zhao, Xiran Jay

Book - 2022

Zack is a normal boy until the day he discovers that he is the host of the first Emperor of China. Things start to go wrong when the Emperor's spirit ends...Show more Zack is a normal boy until the day he discovers that he is the host of the first Emperor of China. Things start to go wrong when the Emperor's spirit ends up possessing Zack's VR headset. When Zack's mom becomes comatose, Zack must journey across China and learn how to wield the Emperor's power or risk the ghosts of the underworld taking over the mortal world. Ages 9 – 13 Show less

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