{"product_id":"two-new-years-9781797212814","title":"Two New Years","description":"\u003cb\u003eA Sydney Taylor Gold Medalist \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA National Jewish Book Award Winner \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis warm and welcoming New Year celebration invites readers to learn about Rosh Hashanah and Lunar New Year traditions and to reflect on the rich blends of cultures and traditions in their own lives.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFor this multicultural family, inspired by the author's own, two New Years mean twice as much to celebrate! In the fall, Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, offers an opportunity to bake challah, dip apples in honey, and lift voices in song. In the spring, Lunar New Year brings a chance to eat dumplings, watch dragon dances, and release glowing lanterns that light up the sky. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e With bright, joyful prose and luminous illustrations, Richard Ho and Lynn Scurfield invite readers of all backgrounds to experience the beauty of two New Year traditions, paying homage to the practices that make each unique while illuminating the values of abundance, family, and hope that they share. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Full of opportunities to reflect on the rich blends of cultures and traditions in our lives, this moving picture book is a beautiful reminder that, at heart, our celebrations might not be so different after all. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTWO BEAUTIFUL NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS: This book is brimming with opportunities for readers to learn about cultures different from their own--from Jewish readers learning about Lunar New Year, to Chinese readers learning about Rosh Hashanah, to readers from other cultures being invited to experience both! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e A WELCOMING READ: This content-rich picture book encourages readers of \u003ci\u003eall \u003c\/i\u003ebackgrounds to reflect more deeply on the blending of traditions in their own families and communities. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e A GORGEOUS GIFT: Vibrant illustrations and a lyrical narrative with strong backmatter will make this a treasured gift. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Parents, grandparents, and caregivers \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Teachers, educators, and librarians \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Lunar New Year and Rosh Hashanah gift giving \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Readers seeking celebrations of different cultures and faiths \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Anyone who appreciates beautifully illustrated, multicultural picture books \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRichard Ho is Chinese, Jewish, and an author . . . in any order you wish! His previous books include \u003ci\u003eThe Lost Package\u003c\/i\u003e, illustrated by Jessica Lanan, and \u003ci\u003eYear of the Cat\u003c\/i\u003e, illustrated by Jocelyn Li Langrand. He loves to craft stories about diverse cultures and the delightful ways they intertwine. He and his proudly multicultural family live in the melting pot of New Jersey. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Lynn Scurfield's work is defined by bright colors, fun textures, and strong emotions. In their spare time, Lynn enjoys knitting, watching tours of beautiful houses online, and going on hikes with Taro, her small (but barky) dog. Lynn resides in Toronto, Canada.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50580080296210,"sku":"9781797212814","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_4686ba78-0138-4804-aa7f-eb4431ad35ea.jpg?v=1732007901","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/two-new-years-9781797212814","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}