Examines the customs, traditions, food, and lore associated with the celebration of Chinese New Year.

Simple text and photos engage young readers in learning about the traditions and celebrations of the Chinese New Year.

Discusses the meaning of the Chinese New Year and describes how Chinese Americans celebrate this holiday with parades, family reunions, and other festivities.

For two joyous weeks red is all around. The color represents luck and happiness. Children receive money wrapped in red paper, and friends and loved ones exchange poems written on red paper. The Chinese New Year is also an opportunity to remember ancestors, and to wish peace and happiness to friends and family. The holiday ends with the Festival of Lanterns, as many large communities stage the famous Dragon Dance. Fireworks, parades, lanterns, presents,...