We Are American, Too

Ages 4 to 6

An exquisitely illustrated and powerful picture book that takes readers on a moving journey of Chinese American history, identity, and empowerment.

Mei is a young Chinese American girl filled with curiosity about her family's history in Washington, D.C. Delving into their tales of courage, hope, and resilience, Mei explores the strength and spirit that unites her Chinese heritage with her American identity.

Then Mei finds herself at a rally protesting Asian hate, and she realizes that it is her time to make a difference. Armed with the inspiring stories of her ancestors and backed by the unconditional support of her family, Mei takes center stage to start an empowering chant, "We are American, too.”

About the Author

Kristen Mei Chase loves writing of all sorts, from women's fiction to children's picture books. As a biracial Asian American, her goal is to share the everyday stories of bi- and multi-racial Americans. She lives in the Philly suburbs with her four kids, two dogs, a lizard, and one very loud bird. kristenmeichase.com Instagram @thatkristenagain

Jieting Chen is a New York-based illustrator and animator. With years of experience, she produced and directed several award-winning short animations. Her illustrations are strongly influenced by oriental paintings; the points of view are delicate and sensitive. When not illustrating, she enjoys watching films with her wife and cat, listening to raining soundtracks, or simply letting her mind go blank so she can see where inspiration organically strikes next. jietingchen.com Instagram @jietingchen_art