Dragon dances, plates of dumplings, and red paper lanterns help ring in the new year in many East Asian cultures as the lunar calendar ticks over to 2024 with the first new moon! Exact dates vary by region, but this year’s Chinese New Year begins on February 10, with fifteen days of celebrations culminating in the Lantern Festival. 2024 will be the year of the Wood Dragon in the Chinese zodiac, an auspicious sign promising growth and abundance.
Check out our favorite books for families celebrating Lunar New Year, including children’s books all about the traditions of this colorful holiday and cookbooks for making delicious new year foods like dumplings, longevity noodles, and sweet rice balls!
