new year

Did you know that New Year's Day is celebrated by people all over the world? Fireworks light up the sky at midnight on January 1 every year. Learn these and other fascinating facts in New Year.

"Mindy is excited to go to the Lunar New Year parade in her new town with her father and her friend Sally"--OCLC.

"People all over the world celebrate the New Year. It's a holiday that celebrates new beginnings and the hope for a prosperous year ahead. People love gathering at parties to usher in the new year with fireworks, music, New Year's resolutions, and more. Learn about the many ways people around the world count down the final moments of the old year, and how they celebrate the birth of a brand-new year"--Provided by publisher.

In this version of Clement Moores' classic poem, a brother and sister struggle to stay awake until midnight to ring in the new year.

"Information accompanies step-by-step instructions on various crafts and recipes for a Lunar New Year party. The text level and subject matter are intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--Provided by publisher.

When Amy accidentally breaks her family's lantern, she learns to mend the old with the new to create a new tradition. Includes instructions on how to make homemade lanterns.

"On their way to Grandma's house to celebrate Lunar New Year, a brother and sister, protected and guided by the 12 magical animals of the Zodiac, gather special treats for their big, celebratory family dinner"--OCLC.

Sohee helps her family prepare for the Lunar New Year celebration.

"It's almost Lunar New Year! Xiao Mi, Hang, Kwan, Malai and Charu all celebrate the New Year in their own special way. Experience how each one of the Chinese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese and Indian children and their families honor Lunar New Year, from dragon dances in China to firecrackers in India!"--Back cover.

"Lunar New Year is a time for families to celebrate the coming of spring. Give early learners a first look into this happy holiday with full-color photographs and accessible text"--.