What is a festival? -- Chinese New Year -- The story -- Before the festival -- New Year's Eve -- New Year's Day -- Food -- Lanterns -- Zodiac signs -- Chinese New Year around the world.
Summary:
"Chinese New Year is an important holiday not just in China but also in many other places around the world, including the United States. Readers discover the bright and beautiful ways this celebration of new beginnings is honored with the help of clear, concise main text and fun fact boxes. They can then see for themselves how much they've learned by taking an achievable quiz. Colorful photographs of Chinese New Year celebrations are paired with charming illustrations to create a captivating design that is sure to inspire even reluctant readers to take a greater interest in understanding different cultures. Includes the story of the monster Nian associated with this holiday"-- Provided by publisher.
Series:
Festivals and celebrations Nelson, Louise, 1981- Festivals and celebrations.
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