Apple Pie Fourth of July

Apple Pie Fourth of July is a lively picture book told from the perspective of a feisty Chinese American girl whose parents are cooking chow mein and egg rolls to sell in their family store on the Fourth of July — a holiday she is convinced is only for apple pie, parades, and fireworks. As the parade passes by and fireworks light the sky, she discovers a surprising and heartwarming truth about belonging and celebration.

This book is a wonderful choice for students because it celebrates the Chinese American experience and the idea that American identity includes many cultures and traditions, making it an ideal read for discussions about community, cultural identity, and what it truly means to belong.

Publishing Details

Author : Janet S. Wong

Illustrator : Margaret Chodos-Irvine

Author Nationality : United States

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture Book

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 40

Size: 11.4 x 8.3 inches

Year Published: 2006

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: Kindergarten

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Realistic Fiction

Theme: Asian American, Culture, Family, Community