What are some children's books about Japanese in fiction?

They often focus on themes like identity. For example, Japanese - American children in these books might struggle with feeling different from their peers due to their Japanese heritage while also being American. This exploration of dual identity is a key characteristic.

One such book could be 'Baseball Saved Us' by Ken Mochizuki. It tells the story of a Japanese - American boy in an internment camp during World War II and how baseball gives him hope and a sense of purpose.

Another one is 'Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog'. Although it's a true story, it has been presented in a fictionalized way for children. It is set in Japan and shows the relationship between a dog and his owner, as well as aspects of Japanese society and values.

There's also 'Lemonade in Winter' which is about two children trying to sell lemonade during winter. It shows kids about business, costs, and making a profit in a fun, child - friendly story.

The 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' is also a classic. With its absurd and fictional world full of strange characters like the Cheshire Cat and the Mad Hatter, it takes children on a wild adventure. It's full of imagination and shows how fictional stories can be completely different from reality.

One great book is 'Hoop Magic' which tells a story about a young boy who discovers a magical basketball that helps him improve his skills. It has elements of fantasy and basketball which kids usually love.

The Magic School Bus series combines facts about science with fictional adventures. Also, 'Charlotte's Web' has real - life farm elements mixed with a fictional story of friendship between a pig and a spider.

Well, 'The Tale of Despereaux' is quite well - known. It's a story that values the power of reading and books in the life of a little mouse. Another is 'James and the Giant Peach', where books can be seen as a source of inspiration for the young James. His imagination, which is often fed by the stories in books, helps him in his adventure on the giant peach.

Well, 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' by Roald Dahl is a popular choice. It has a vividly imaginative world of a chocolate factory with all kinds of crazy inventions. 'The Secret Garden' is also wonderful. It shows the transformation of a young girl as she discovers a hidden garden. Then there's 'Peter Pan' which lets kids dream about flying to Neverland.

There are many. 'Peter Pan' is a well - known children's fiction book. It's about the boy who never grows up and his adventures in Neverland. 'Anne of Green Gables' is another. It tells the story of an orphan girl with a vivid imagination. And 'Heidi' is a heart - warming story of a young girl in the mountains.