Welcome the Lunar New Year with “We Are Lion Dancers”

If your family has already started preparing for the Chinese New Year, a new picture book is perfect to prepare for!

With the celebrations just around the corner, Penguin Random House recently published a book about holiday customs and rituals for young readers to explore. Written and drawn by Disney animator Benson Shum, We are lion dancers Learn more about the history of Chinese culture by exploring the traditional legend of lion dance.

This book tells the legend of lion dance! |Source: Penguin Random House

Noah and Lily wanted to know more about the beautiful lion costumes in the parade. |Source: Penguin Random House

The book is written and illustrated by Disney animator Benson Shum. |Source: Penguin Random House

The book also includes additional educational facts about the Chinese New Year at the end. |Source: Penguin Random House

exist We are lion dancersSiblings Noah and Lily discover colorful lion dancers preparing for a big parade. Children are mesmerized by the color and beauty, discover what the lion dance represents, help the dancers prepare for their big show, and even make their own lion costumes to join in the festivities! With extra facts about the holidays hidden in the back, this little book introduces kids (and parents!) to new cultures and traditions in a fun and engaging way.

With adorable illustrations and hilarious humor, this book is the perfect way to bring good luck and a love of reading into the new year.

We are lion dancers It is now available via the link below. Chinese New Year starts at the end of January, so get yours now before the festivities begin!