Hey there, friends! Did you know that May is a super special month? It's called Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! During this time, we celebrate all the amazing things that Asian American and Pacific Islander people have done and continue to do.

What's the Big Deal?

A long time ago, some very cool grown-ups decided that it's important to celebrate the cultures and traditions of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. That's why we have AAPI Heritage Month! It's like a big party where we say, "Yay!" to all the neat stuff these communities have brought to our country.

Why Celebrate?

We celebrate AAPI Heritage Month because it's awesome to learn about different cultures! Just like how you love learning about your favorite things, like animals or superheroes, we can learn about the yummy foods, fun dances, and beautiful stories from Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures.

How Do We Celebrate?

There are so many cool ways to celebrate! Families might cook delicious foods together, like sushi or dumplings. We can read books or watch movies that tell exciting stories from Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures. Some schools and community centers have special events with music, dancing, and crafts.

Why Is it Important?

It's important to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month because it helps us understand that everyone is special and brings something unique to the world. By learning about different cultures, we can be kinder to each other and make lots of new friends!

Awesome AAPI People!

Have you ever heard of Yo-Yo Ma, the super-talented musician who plays the cello? He's one of many amazing AAPI people who have done cool things! There are also brave leaders, creative artists, and helpful doctors who have made our world a better place. And I’ll bet you didn’t know that Kyle is Asian American, too!

So, let's celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with big smiles, open hearts, and lots of curiosity! It's a time to learn, have fun, and appreciate the wonderful diversity all around us.

Hello, SuperCaptainBraveFAM!

Nurse Leah, here.

Did you know that May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month?

Many members of our team are part of the diverse and rich cultures that make up the AAPI community. From author and co-creator Jennifer Norman’s Korean heritage, to the deep Filipino roots myself and illustrator, Victor Lodevico share…

To Kyle, the inspiration for SuperCaptainBraveMan, whose parents gifted him with the magnificent tapestry and interweaving of their Korean and African-American cultures.

We are part of the AAPI Community.

This past year has been difficult for many reasons. Heartbreaking for many more. And yet, there is always hope. I, personally, see this hope in the growing generation of people willing to wear their compassion for others proudly and without fear. Those willing to stand up and bring about change not only for themselves, but for the people around them. Those willing to reach out and share their experiences to foster understanding and empathy.

While this subject is one that is difficult to discuss with kids, we are creators for a book series hoping to begin difficult discussions with children & their parents about differently abled people. As such, we encourage parents, teens, and children to learn more about the experiences of the people in their communities. And since it is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, why not start with the experiences we have here in the US?

We stand with the AAPI Community.

One of the core beliefs of the SuperCaptainBraveMan series has always been that of inclusiveness and empathy.

Whether differently abled, neurodiverse, or one of the many brilliantly varied cultures that call Earth home, in our hearts, we believe that all anyone wants and deserves is to be treated with respect, kindness, and compassion.

We are part of the Global Community.

To learn more about Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month visit

• https://asianpacificheritage.gov/

To find out more about Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage, check out the kid’s books listed here:

• 24 Beautiful Kids’ Books that Reflect the Asian American Experience

Read a very personal and semi-autobiographical children’s book about growing up as a first generation Filipino in America in the book

• Someone Said Written by Leah Lodevico, Illustrated by Victor Lodevico

Approach the subject of anti-Asian hate with your children with a free download of the book

• A Kid’s Book About Anti-Asian Hate Written by Kim Pham

As SuperCaptainBraveMan shows us, although we may look different on the outside, we all share one common super power: Kindness!

So, SuperCaptainBraveFAM,

Stay Safe,