Friday, January 15, 2021

January’s Youth Featured Book

 

January's Featured Book!

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Contributed by LaShawn Myles, Youth Services Librarian


January’s Youth Featured Book

Happy New Year!  Here are some great reads to start “2021” off in a fantastic way! 

  • The Year of the Rat

Author: Grace Lin 

Medium Braille

Book Number:  BR017688

Annotation:  Taiwanese American Pacy learns that the Chinese year of the rat brings new beginnings. Some changes are hard--her best friend moves away, a new Asian boy arrives at school, and her cousin gets married. Sequel to The Year of the Dog (BR 16624). For grades 3-6. 2007. 

  • Bringing in the New Year

Author: Grace Lin

Medium: Digital Book

Book Number: DBC08660 (BARD ONLY)

This exuberant story follows a Chinese American family as they prepare for the Lunar New Year. For grades K-3.

Need a great craft to support Grace Lin’s books?  Visit the author’s website to find more books, activities, and videos. 


Additional Resources

YouTube: Bringing in the New Year Book | New Year Books for Kids | Children's Books Read Aloud

Want more books to help you start off the New Year?   Check out LBPD’s online catalog and request a book. 


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