6 Books to Read for Lunar New Year

Happy Lunar New Year to all of our friends celebrating out there! Looking for ways to learn more about this dynamic holiday? Here are six books for all ages to celebrate Lunar New Year, including ‘A Gift’ by Yong Chen, and ‘Lunar New Year Love Story’ by Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen Pham! Happy reading

Friends are Friends Forever by Dane Liu, Illustrated Lynn Scurfield

Dandan is moving to America, leaving her best friend Yueyue in China. Dandan receives a parting gift from her, though no one to share it with, until she makes a new friend.

Lunar New Year by Mary Man-Kong, Illustrated by Michelle Jing Chan

This book shares Lunar New Year traditions and customs with the youngest of readers.

Boys Don't Fry by Kimberly Lee, Illustrated by Charlene Chua

It’s New year’s eve, and Jin’s excited for dinner. Though his aunties won’t let him help, his Mamah puts him up to the task. Soon enough, he’s cooking up a storm!

A Gift by Yong Chen

Amy’s getting a surprise from her relatives in China for the New Year. They can’t visit, but they still find ways to show how much they care.

The Year of the Dog by Grace Lin

Pacy doesn’t believe her mom when she says this year is good for strengthening bonds and self-discovery. Throughout the year, she begins to see otherwise.

Lunar New Year Love Story by Gene Luen Yang, Illustrated by LeUyen Pham

Val’s family is cursed to never find love. This changes, however, when she meets two lion dancers, and an opportunity to defy fate arises.

Thandie Owusu-Mensah is a senior in high school. Her hobbies include drawing, reading, and playing video games. Her favorite show is Avatar: The Last Airbender and her favorite game is Splatoon 2. She plans on pursuing a career in forensic sciences.