Chinese New Year!

February 3rd begins the 15 day celebration of Chinese New Year!  I have several friends in Asia who have been enjoying the loud celebration and festive fireworks!  To introduce this holiday to my kids, we will

1. Wear red
2. Eat some oranges
3. Do a little cleaning
4. Make a paper lantern
5. Watch Ni Hao, Kai-Lan, Happy Chinese New Year
6. Read the book below...

Max Celebrates Chinese New Year
by Adria F. Klein
Illustrated by Mernie Gallagher-Cole
Interest Level:  PreK-2
Reading Level: PreK-2
Picture Window Books

Just like Max Celebrates Groundhog Day, this is a straightforward book, useful for young elementary, that showcases the highlights of this celebratory day!