Japanese American Incarceration

by Virginia Loh-Hagan

Overview

The Racial Justice in America: AAPI Histories series explores some of the most significant, but often overlooked or misrepresented, eras in our country's history in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate, and author Virginia Loh-Hagan, these books are designed to reach readers of all races and encourage them to approach our history with open eves and minds.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781668910900
Publisher:	Cherry Lake Publishing
Publication date:	08/01/2022
Series:	21st Century Skills Library: Racial Justice in America: Aapi Histories
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	10 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 What Is the Japanese American Incarceration Experience? 4

Chapter 2 What Is the History of the Japanese American Incarceration Experience? 8

Chapter 3 Why Were Japanese Americans Incarcerated? 14

Chapter 4 What Happened at the Japanese American Incarceration Camps? 18

Chapter 5 What Happened after the Japanese American Incarceration Experience? 22

Chapter 6 What Is Still Happening Today? 26

Show What You Know! 30

Show What You Can Do! 31

Extend Your Learning 32

Glossary 32

Index 32

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2022

Gr 4–6—With the rise in hate crimes against Asian Americans in recent years, now is a good time to teach children about the history of discrimation against Asian Americans and how they can help address it today. Students will learn about Angel Island, Japanese internment, the colonization of Hawaii, and refugee resettlement. Many of these issues will be completely new to readers. The books begin with an overview before diving into a more detailed history of the subject. Topics covered include the loss of widespread use of Hawaiian language due to colonization, the restrictions put on Chinese immigrants, and paper sons. Sections titled "Think About It" ask students to reflect on inequalities or ask them to place themselves in another's shoes to build empathy. The series sheds light on little-known atrocities like the Chinese Massacre of 1871 and traces anti-AAPI hate to the current physical attacks and use of ‘Kung Flu' and ‘China Virus.' The books finish with suggested activities to demonstrate knowledge of injustice and ways kids can be allies. VERDICT An extremely important topic that receives little attention. Recommended for classrooms and libraries.

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