TWO NEW YEARS
Illustrated by Lynn Scurfield Chronicle Books August 8, 2023 A family with Chinese and Jewish roots celebrates two new years: Rosh Hashanah and Lunar New Year. Both holidays have distinctive traditions that set them apart—but they also have common threads that weave together to form a seamless tapestry. As the multicultural family welcomes in each new year, they savor the shared values and familiar themes that bridge two calendars and two cultures.
"An excellent look at varied New Year customs that celebrates multiculturalism in a way young readers of all backgrounds can easily grasp." —Booklist (starred)
"A multicultural family celebrates a 'shared year of double blessings' in this thoughtfully crafted picture book. Luminous ink illustrations portray the family, taking part in the celebrations, creating a visual melding of experiences." —Publishers Weekly (starred)
"A bright, sparkling celebration of a multicultural family." —Kirkus Reviews
"An illuminating set of contrasts and parallels likely to leave younger audiences primed to welcome different ways of celebrating every version of the new year." —School Library Journal
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