BOOK A TRIP TO ASIA!

Asia is the largest of Earth's seven continents. It has lots of interesting countries and cities to explore!! Start your journey by looking through the resources below! Search for other information through our online catalog or Kids Click's database on Asia!

You might also be interested in these areas

Russia
China
Japan
India
Asian Folktales

Dewey Decimal #

Look for these numbers on the library shelves:
398 - Asian Folklore
915 - Books about Asia
950 -959 History of Asia and Countries

Title: Asia
Author: Malcolm Porter
Publisher: Raintree Steck-Vaughn Publishers
Date: 2002
Summary: An illustrated atlas of Asia
Review: From School Library Journal,"An attention-capturing, highly pictorial introduction to Asian countries. Each spread includes a map of a region, a description of its physical makeup, and full-color flags and statistical information for each country represented."

Title: A is for Asia
Author: Cynthia Chin-Lee
Publisher: Orchard Books
Date: 1997
Summary: An alphabetical introduction to the diverse peoples, lands, and cultures of the world's largest continent.
Review: From Amazon.com "Enhancing illustrations and informative text. A delight for children and adults alike. Covers cultural aspects across all of Asia. Starts with the letter A for Asia (half of the human race) and ends with Z for zen (unity)."

Title:The Seven Chinese Brothers
Author: Margaret Mahy
Publisher: Scholastic, Inc.
Date: 1992
Summary: Chinese folktale about seven brothers with amazing powers.
Review: From Amazon.com, "I'd say for 6 years and up. We all love this one and never tire of it. It's alot of fun and shows a supportive set of siblings. Illustrations are especially good. "

Title: Car Sui Bao Boy
Author: Sandra S. Yamate
Publisher: Polychrome Publishing Corp
Date: 2000
Summary: Charlie loves char siu bao and eats it everyday. But his friends think it's awful! What can he do? This Asain American classic looks at peer pressure to conform versus cultural pride. Includes Grandmother's char siu bao recipie!
Review: From Amazon.com, "This book is a favorite in my house and now I have my own "Char Siu Bao Boy"-- my youngest son. We love Sandra Yamate's story about Henry's love of the little steamed pork buns and his attempt to try foods the other kids like. It teaches a wonderful lesson about trying other foods. I read this to my son's kindergarten class and brought some char siu bao for the children to try. Now we have a few more fans of this tasty dim sum treat in Northern Virginia."

Title: Exotic Tales Asia
Publisher: Video Knowledge, Inc.
Date: 2005
Format: DVD
Summary: This program presents treasures from children's literature which reflect the ancient tradition of story-telling. The stories reveal insights into different cultures and traditions of distant lands and times. The universal themes that run through these tales have withstood the test of time. Viewing them will build an appreciation and respect for this important treasure and insight into other people and their ideals.
Review: This is an outstanding documentary, great for students wishing to learn more about the cultures and traditions of asian communities!!

Title: Mulan
Publisher: Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Date:1998
Format: DVD
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Summary: "To save her father from death in the army, a Chinese maiden secretly goes in his place and becomes one of China's greatest heroes in the process." (Editorial description).
Review: From Amazon.com, "I do not believe that I have EVER watched an animated film that taught more of the values that I would want future generations to learn from than MULAN. I have watched this movie at LEAST 25 times and simply put - it is PROFOUND. "

Title: Ask Asia for Kids
URL: http://www.askasia.org/kids/
Format: Website
Date: 2007
Publisher: Asia Society
Summary: AskAsia.org is an online resource that helps visitors explore critical questions about Asia and global themes. The site features scholarly content about Asia and US-Asia relations; expert K-12 teaching and learning strategies; and useful learning resources, such as maps, photographs, art images, glossaries, timelines and more.
Review: From Papertigers. org, ".. There is a fabulous wealth of information here for both teachers and students on every aspect of Asia's history, culture and geography."

Title: History for Kids - Ancient West Asia
URL: http://www.historyforkids.org/learn/westasia/
Format: Website
Date: 2009
Publisher: Portland State University
Summary: History and science information for kids!
Review: From Review Boss, "Kidipede - History for Kids presents ancient history in a fun and engaging way."

Title: Asia Geographic
URL: http://www.geographia.com/indx04.htm
Format: Website
Date: 2005
Publisher: Interknowledge Corp.
Summary: Learn more about India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Russia, Thailand and Vietnam here.
Review: This website is packed with tons of interesting and fun materials geared for kids!!

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• Put another pom-pom at the other end of the cup parallel to the eyes near the opening of the cup. Glue two silver disk sequins on the nose for nostrils.
• Cut, then glue two yellow triangles on both sides of the nose. The horns should hang off the end of the cup.
• Punch two holes in the bottom of the cup. Thread one pipe cleaner threw the holes so they stick out behind the eyes. Add one bell to each pipe cleaner end. Bend the pipe cleaner end down to hold the bell on tight. Take a pencil and twist the pipe cleaner around it to make these horns curly or crazy.
• Cut, then glue the red felt tongue to the inside of the cup. The tongue should be hanging way out of the mouth.
• Cut then glue two red felt triangles for the ears. Place them on top of the pipe cleaners (push the pipe cleaners up against the cups bottom.) The ears should stick out to the side under the eyes.
• Measure and cut the tail out of colorful wrapping paper. Fold the tail in half the long way so the colorful wrapping paper shows on both sides. Lightly glue the two sides together. Fold the tail accordion style about every 3 inches. Glue one end to the bottom of the cup over the felt ears.
• Important Hint! Tacky glue is a must. Regular school glue will not work!