A Chinese American family prepares for and celebrates the Lunar New Year. Includes endnotes that discuss the customs and traditions of Chinese New Year.
Frustrated at her seeming lack of talent for anything, a young Taiwanese American girl sets out to apply the lessons of the Chinese Year of the Dog, those of making best friends and finding oneself, to her own life.
Describes six-year-old Ernie Wong's preparations, at home and in school, for the Chinese New Year celebrations and his first public performance of the lion dance.
Presents an introduction to Chinese New Year, in simple text with illustrations, explaining what it is, how it started, and the ways it is celebrated around the world.
