Lunar New Year for Kids

It's the Year of the Snake! Celebrate Lunar New Year 2025 with the young readers in your life.

Updated January 17, 2025
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The animals of Chinese New Year
Lee, Jen Sookfong
Paper Book
Drawing on the myth of the Chinese zodiac, The Animals of Chinese New Yearfollows twelve animals as they speed across a river, competing to represent the imminent new year in a race held by the Jade Emperor, the most powerful Chinese god. Each animal competes in its own unique way. The ox...
Boys don't fry
Lee, Kimberly 
Paper Book
Jin loves the aromas and the bubbly chatter coming from his kitchen. He loves to breathe in the bright citrusy notes of kaffir lime leaves and the zesty tang of lemongrass as his aunties float around as they dice, slice, and cook for the New Year. There's nothing he wants more than to learn about...
Chinese New Year : a celebration for everyone
Lee, Jen Sookfong
Paper Book
Key Selling Points Chinese New Yearoffers a look at the origins, history and evolution of this dynamic holiday. Jen Sookfong Lee shares her own experiences of Chinese New Year adding a personal touch to this incredible resource. Chinese New Year includes recipes for...
Friends are friends, forever
Liu, Dane
Paper Book
On a snowy Lunar New Year's Eve, it's Dandan's last night with Yueyue. Tomorrow, she leaves China for America. The two best friends have a favorite wintertime tradition: crafting paper-cut snowflakes, freezing them outside, and hanging them as ornaments. Will there be anyone to carry on this...

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