My First Chinese New Year
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Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2005 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

My First Chinese New Year

Written & illustrated by Karen Katz

Part of the Karen Katz: My First Holiday series

A girl discovers the joy of Chinese New Year traditions.

4.5/7 Bookroo expert·3.7/5 Goodreads · 368 ratings
32 pages· 347 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Join a young girl as she explores the vibrant traditions of Chinese New Year. From preparing decorations to enjoying festive celebrations, she learns the significance of new beginnings. Will her journey inspire a new family tradition? Discover the warmth and excitement of this special holiday through her eyes.

From the publisher

Chinese New Year is a time of new beginnings. Follow one little girl as she learns how to welcome the coming year and experience all the festivities surrounding it. Karen Katz’s warm and lively introduction to a special holiday will make even the youngest child want to start a Chinese New Year tradition!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
347
Reading age
2–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD560L
Themes & topics
Books about Chinese New YearBooks about holidaysBooks about Chinese culture
What readers & critics say

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4.5

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4.5

A cute and simple introduction to Chinese New Year preparations and customs in a way that's very accessible and straightforward!

Marmee

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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.3
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
82610
Publication
Published
January 3, 2005
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780805070767

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