**A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection**
Families, feasts and fireworks--Chinese Celebrations for Children
showcases the rich cultural traditions of China with stories,
activities, recipes and more.
The charming illustrations of Patrick Yee and informative texts of Susan
Nunes conjure up the pageantry and symbolism of China's traditional
celebrations--from birthdays and anniversaries to harvest festivals and
public holidays.
It's a year filled with celebrations on this festive trip to
China!
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Meet the Three Lucky Gods!
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Make a fresh start at the Spring Festival!
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Create some bold strokes with calligraphy!
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Celebrate the Lunar New Year!
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Learn about the lion dance and the legend of Nian!
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And many more holidays, stories, recipes, events and activities!
Experience these traditions and more in this fascinating book, which
features exciting activities and stories-- from money-filled red
envelopes given during the Lunar New Year to making mooncakes for the
Mid-Autumn Festival! Chinese Celebrations for Children explains why in
China there's always a good reason to celebrate!