Holidays and Festivals: Chinese New Year

Plunge into the joy and laughter of the Chinese New Year celebrations, when red brings good luck, lanterns burn, and dragons dance in the streets! This simple first guide brings an iconic celebration to life in stunning photos, showing some of the key rituals of the New Year festival, and what different activities represent. Find out how families eat a special meal together, dress in new clothes, watch fireworks and clean their houses to bring good luck. Don’t forget to look out for the animals of the Chinese zodiac! A vivid short book for younger readers, which includes a picture glossary and basic index.