Coolies

This chapter book tells the story of a young boy who learns about his great-great-great-grandfather and his brother. These Chinese immigrants came to the United States seeking a better life, enduring significant physical and racial hardships as they contributed to the monumental task of building the transcontinental railroad across the American West. Inspired by actual historical events, the narrative provides a window into a critical, often overlooked, period of American history and the experiences of Chinese American laborers. It's an important book for discussing themes of immigration, resilience, and historical discrimination.

A young boy hears the story of his great-great-great-grandfather and his brother who came to the United States to make a better life for themselves helping to build the transcontinental railroad.