The Chinese New Year Mystery

The Chinese New Year Mystery
Author: Carolyn Keene
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 86
Release: 2002-01-30
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0743427750

WHAT'S CHINESE NEW YEAR WITHOUT A DRAGON? The third-grade classes at Nancy's school are learning about Chinese culture, and they'll celebrate the Chinese New Year with a special parade. The highlight of the parade will be a dragon costume. Nancy's class is making it out of feathers, sequins, gold tassels, and red silk. But right before the big day, the dragon disappears! Nancy, Bess, and George are in the New Year's spirit. They've enjoyed a delicious feast at the home of their classmate Mari Cheng. She's even lent the girls special Chinese outfits to wear. But without the dragon, there will be no parade. And that makes Nancy roaring mad!

The Chinese New Year Mystery

The Chinese New Year Mystery
Author: Carolyn Keene
Publisher: Turtleback Books
Total Pages:
Release: 2000-12-01
Genre: Chinese Americans
ISBN: 9780606273183

Nancy Drew and her friends are celebrating the Chinese New Year with their classmate Mari Chen when the dragon their class made for the holiday parade disappears.

Red Envelope Mystery The Secret of the Chinese New Year

Red Envelope Mystery The Secret of the Chinese New Year
Author: Zhang Lee
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-01-09
Genre: History
ISBN:

Red Envelope Mystery: The Secret of the Chinese New Year Dive into the heart of a festive mystery in "Red Envelope Mystery: The Secret of the Chinese New Year." This enchanting tale invites young readers on an adventurous quest filled with cultural wonders, traditional festivities, and a puzzling mystery waiting to be solved. Join our curious heroes as they embark on an exhilarating journey through vibrant celebrations, guided by clues hidden in red envelopes. Each chapter unravels a piece of the puzzle, revealing the rich tapestry of Chinese New Year customs and traditions. From the exuberant dragon dance to the colorful lantern festival, from deciphering zodiac riddles to exploring the culinary delights of the Lunar New Year, this story is a treasure trove of cultural exploration. As the children piece together the mystery, they learn about the values of family, friendship, and the enduring spirit of this ancient festival. "Red Envelope Mystery" is not just a story; it's an interactive experience. The book includes an appendix filled with engaging activities and crafts, allowing young readers to immerse themselves in the celebration. Parents and educators will appreciate the blend of storytelling and educational value, making it a perfect addition to any culturally curious family's library. Discover the secrets hidden in the red envelopes and join in the most important celebration of the Chinese calendar. Content: Introduction: The Mystery Begins Chapter 1: The Legend of the Red Envelope Chapter 2: Clue in the Couplets Chapter 3: Lanterns Light the Way Chapter 4: The Dragon Dance Chapter 5: Sweet Secrets of New Year Treats Chapter 6: Riddles of the Zodiac Chapter 7: Firecrackers and Folklore Chapter 8: The Puzzle of the Paper Lanterns Chapter 9: The Final Envelope and Family Traditions Chapter 10: The Secret Revealed Epilogue: Celebrating Together Appendix: Cultural Insights and Activities Let's uncover the mysteries and joys of the Chinese New Year together!

The Chinese New Year Mystery

The Chinese New Year Mystery
Author: Carolyn Keene
Publisher:
Total Pages: 71
Release: 2000
Genre: Chinese New Year
ISBN: 9780758749963

Just before Nancy's third-grade class celebrates Chinese New Year, a dragon costume which her class made for the event disappears.

Chelsea's Chinese New Year

Chelsea's Chinese New Year
Author: Lisa Bullard
Publisher: Millbrook Press
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2012-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0761385797

Explains the significance of the holiday, discussing the traditional foods and customs.

Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year
Author: Hannah Eliot
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2018-12-11
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 153443304X

Learn all about the traditions of Lunar New Year—also known as Chinese New Year—with this fourth board book in the Celebrate the World series, which highlights special occasions and holidays across the globe. After the winter solstice each year, it’s time for a celebration with many names: Chinese New Year, Spring Festival, and Lunar New Year! With beautiful artwork by Chinese illustrator Alina Chau, this festive board book teaches readers that Lunar New Year invites us to spend time with family and friends, to light lanterns, and set off fireworks, dance with dragons, and to live the new year in harmony and happiness.

Chinese New Year Colors

Chinese New Year Colors
Author: Richard Lo
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2022-11-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0823452425

This bilingual color concept book celebrates a rainbow of traditional objects seen during the Chinese New Year. Hóng is the color of explosive firecrackers! Jīn is the hue of lucky coins. Zŏng is the shade of sweet peanut puffs. Welcome to the festivities of the Chinese New Year, where symbolic gifts, foods, and objects come together in a celebration of beautiful colors. This vibrant, simple, and highly graphic bilingual book is the perfect introduction to Chinese and English words for colors as it honors one of the biggest holidays around the world. Includes informative back matter.

The New Year Dragon Dilemma

The New Year Dragon Dilemma
Author: Ron Roy
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2011
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780375968808

Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are enjoying a visit to San Francisco when Holden, their college-age tour guide, is accused of abducting Miss Chinatown from the Chinese New Year parade and stealing her valuable crown.

Curious George Dragon Dance

Curious George Dragon Dance
Author: H.A. Rey
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2016-12-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0544784987

George celebrates Chinese New Year in this storybook based on the beloved PBS series! George and Marco are curious about the celebrations going on in Chinatown. Luckily, their new friend Lily tells them all about Chinese New Year, and even asks for their help practicing the dragon dance for the big parade. But getting around in the dragon costume is hard work, and before they know it, their costume is in need of repair! Will they be able to fix it in time for the parade? This picture book, based on the Emmy Award-winning Curious George PBS TV show, includes bonus information about Chinese New Year traditions and fun crafts to celebrate with. For more monkey fun, investigate www.curiousgeorge.com and discover all the latest on Curious George books, games, activities, and more!

Chinese New Year's Dragon

Chinese New Year's Dragon
Author: Rachel Sing
Publisher: Aladdin
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1994-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780671886028

A festive account of one family’s Chinese New Year celebration. A little girl describes the preparations—everything from cleaning and shopping to food preparation and gifts—leading up to a magical Lunar New Year. In one dreamy sequence, the girl imagines herself in Ancient China, riding on a dragon, and watching the celebration unfold.