Children's books play an important role in cultural representation, exploring generational differences while allowing children with Lao heritage to see themselves and their families in stories. Here's a list of Lao books in English you can share with the little ones in your family:

Mommy Eats Fried Grasshoppers (MEFG)

We're collaborating with Vilayvanh Bender, the first Lao American woman to publish a book in California. Based on Vanh's childhood in Laos, the story follows Mahlee discovering how differently her Mommy grew up. Jasmin, our community assistant got me both versions in a Lao event around her area in the USA!

Special offer: Get 20% OFF with code LES20, valid throughout 2025 on Vanh’s website:

• MEFG Book in English
• MEFG Book in Lao (perfect for anyone looking to practice reading the Lao script)

Note: We don't earn any commissions from your purchases. This discount is entirely for you! We'd love to see your purchases though, so please tag us @laoenglishschool when you get yours 🥰

Save the date: Stay tuned for a community spotlight with Vanh on June 1st, 2025. Children's Day in Laos.

Other Lao Children Books

• Sticky rice for lunch by Jake Singhavong
• Sattu, 123 Count to Ten in Laotian by Judy Daulton
• Grandma Feeds me sticky rice by Judy Daulton
• My (Grandpa) Tha Tha, My Friend by Judy Daulton
• Nana Makes Spring Rolls by Tina Meetran
• Noy’s Journey to Belonging: A Quest for Courage by Laura Robertson
• A sticky mess by Nor Sanavongsay
• When everything was everything by Saymouka Vonsay
• Kong’s Adventure by Priston Pan
• Lao folktales by Steven Jay Epstein

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