Lunar New Year
Pictures by Alina Chau
Words by Hannah Eliot
Learn all about the traditions of Lunar New Year—also known as Chinese New Year—with this fourth board book in the Celebrate the World series, which highlights special occasions and holidays across the globe.
After the winter solstice each year, it’s time for a celebration with many names: Chinese New Year, Spring Festival, and Lunar New Year! With beautiful artwork by Chinese illustrator Alina Chau, this festive board book teaches readers that Lunar New Year invites us to spend time with family and friends, to light lanterns, and set off fireworks, dance with dragons, and to live the new year in harmony and happiness.
Age Range: 2 - 4 years
Grade Level: Preschool and up
Publisher: Little Simon
“The information is supplemented by Chau’s vibrant organic illustrations that brim with life. They deftly blend the look of traditional Chinese painting on pages showing ancient myths with more contemporary illustrations depicting modern New Year celebrations. The text is longer and more involved than is typically found in board book selections. VERDICT The bright, playful illustrations and descriptive text make Lunar New Year an outstanding introduction to the holiday for children.”
“Chau illustrates in fluid, elegant lines and depicts warm interactions between loved ones. Even those who don’t observe the holiday may reflect on similarities within their own family traditions.”
