Description
Book SynopsisA celebratory, inclusive and educational exploration of Lunar New Year for both children that celebrate and children who want to understand and appreciate their peers who do.Lunar New Year captures the
magic of the celebration by exploring how Ling and her family enjoy
the biggest Chinese festival of the year. The new year festival lasts for 15 days full of preparation, celebration and symbolism. Join Ling, her sister Mei and granny Po Po as they clean the house from top to bottom, pick fresh flowers from the garden, visit friends and family, and carry red lanterns through their neighbourhood. Ling invites the reader into her home and family, allowing the reader to
experience this special celebration first-hand through an
authentic narrative non-fiction story.
A fun 16-page
'factivity' section follows the story and
delves into more detail about how the festival is celebrated in
Trade Review“This heavily illustrated guide to Lunar New Year, for 5 to 7 year olds, has a 16-page fact section, a craft project, a quiz, and a story about Ling and her family who celebrate Lunar New Year in China.” * The Bookseller *
"This title explores how the Lunar New year is celebrated around the world, capturing the magic of the festival for children everywhere." * The Bookseller *
