Kids

Twelve-year-old Jade Society member Faryn Liu may be destined to command the Jade Emperor's army of demon-fighting dragons, but first she must complete a daring quest across San Francisco's Chinatown before the Lunar New Year.

Introduces the holiday through simple text and such illustrations as paper lanterns, fortune cookies, the twelve animals that represent different years, and a dancing dragon.

As Ruby travels to her grandmother's house to bring her a gift for Chinese New Year, she is joined by all of the animals of the zodiac. Includes the legend of the Chinese horoscope and instructions for making a paper lantern, a paper fan, and good luck banners.

Introduces lunar new year, describing the food, decorations, and activities of the holiday.

Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Chinese New Year. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade.

A Chinese-American girl learns how to properly celebrate Chinese New Year when her grandmother from China visits and shows her what to do and what not to do.

China's incredible history and amazing advancements make it a fascinating country. Readers will journey from Ancient China to the global trade centers of Shanghai and Beijing. Uncovering the traditions and philosophies of the past will allow readers to understand China's culture today, including the wisdom of Confucius and the importance of family. This book celebrates exciting festivals such as Chinese Lunar New Year and the Dragon Boat Festival, as well as daily life through food, arts, and language.

Explains the significance of Chinese New Year and how to make Chinese New Year-themed crafts out of paper.

This photo-illustrated book for beginning readers describes the holiday of Chinese New Year and the things people do to celebrate it. Includes picture glossary and index.

A companion book to "Day of the Dragon King" presents facts about the real dragon king, the construction of the Great Wall of China, and the traditions associated with Chinese New Year.