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American Born Chinese Lesson Plan

Introduction to American Born Chinese

Gene Luen Yang's graphic novel American-Born Chinese was first released in 2006 and made waves upon its release for its thoughtful portrayal of the experiences of many Asian-Americans. Although the book focuses on the experiences of a young Chinese-American immigrant, the themes it deals with are common to many groups and can be appreciated in many contexts. Powerful lessons about identity, discrimination, and self-acceptance, as well as an accessible and visually appealing narrative format, have made American-Born Chinese one of the most representative books of Asian-American life in the last two decades.

Key Aspects of American Born Chinese

Tone

At times, the novel's tone shifts...

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