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4+years

Welcoming the Lunar New Year

Author: Lara LeeIllustrator: Natelle Quek

A beautifully illustrated engaging picture book that follows Ren, his family and their friends as they welcome the Lunar New Year. The charming artwork complements the lively text as it effortlessly explores the traditions involved in the festival. At the end of the book, a recipe for peanut cookies and instructions to make a Lunar New Year dragon are shared. A celebration of Southeast Asian cultures is at the forefront of this beautiful picture book.

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  • Own Voice
  • East and Southeast Asian representation
  • Diverse cast
  • Mixed-heritage representation