May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! Established in 1991, this celebratory event has brought both honor and recognition to the communities who belong to this group, which includes more than 75 countries in Asia, Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. In addition, we can’t forget Hawaii, a tropical…
Asian American and Pacific Islander communities have a wealth of different foods that they enjoy in everyday life and during unique occasions. Specific countries also have specialty cuisine. For example, Japan enjoys sushi while in Korea, families love kimchi. As your students complete this Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage…
The Asian American and Pacific Islander community has many famous figures. Read about entertainer, Dwayne Johnson (“The Rock”), inventor, Steven Chen, and scientist, Kalpana Chawla. Learn about their proud connections to heritage and how their lives took shape to lead them to their passions. Readers will enjoy a one-page reading…
All over the globe, people have unique celebrations. Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a wonderful time to integrate lesson plans, discussions, field trips, and classroom fun that honors this community. Allow students to explore a world of color and joyful celebration through this one-page reading about Holi…