Who Fears the New Year Monster - by Lu Zhang (Hardcover)

About the Book

Lu and Yael take readers, young and old, on an entertaining adventure of taming the troublemaking Year Monster and discovering the distinctive traditions of the Chinese New Year celebrated since ancient times.

Book Synopsis

Why is the Chinese New Year celebrated with dumplings, firecrackers, and red lanterns? Unveil the beloved legend of this mouthwatering and ear-popping festival through the stealthy and cunning Year Monster, a character drawn from ancient Chinese folklore. Join the fun as this vibrantly illustrated rhyming poem shows your kids how to take back the New Year by outsmarting the obnoxious Year Monster with wit, calm, and clever tricks.

The Year Monster, a ferocious creature from Chinese myths, awakens only as the New Year approaches, seeking to satisfy its wild hunger. Discover centuries-old secrets on how to ward off this dreadful beast. All you need is to practice good hygiene, throw in some bold colors, and stage lots of terrifying thunder!

Unveiling the time-tested recipe to keep the New Year safe, Who Fears the New Year Monster? transforms one of the most popular international festivals into a delightful experience for your kids. This ultimate guide combines humor and wisdom for a laughter-filled journey, engaging and educating young readers about unique Chinese New Year traditions. Ready to triumph over the Year Monster? Dive into this playful rhyming tale for a giggling fiesta!