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“Two kids learn about the Chinese lion dance and try their hand at it themselves. …Many stories about Lunar New Year feature lion dancing, but few delve into the meanings and mechanics behind the dance. Shum once again skillfully explains a Chinese tradition in accessible and engaging language filled with a wealth of information.”
—Kirkus Reviews

We Are Lion Dancers

Written by Benson Shum
Illustrated by Benson Shum
Published by Penguin Workshop

Celebrate Lunar New Year with the lion dance, bringing good luck and fortune to all.

As Lunar New Year approaches, a colorful costume catches the eye of siblings Lily and Noah—the lion dancers are practicing for the parade! As they learn what the lion dance means, the duo dives into helping prepare, even making their own lion costume for fun.

Complete with even more facts about the legend of the lion dance in the back of the book, young readers will want to revisit this story again and again.

Primary ISBN: 9780593658871
Publication Date: December 2024
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook
Picture Book, Age 05 or older

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