About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to introduce your child to the beauty of global traditions or when your family is preparing for a significant holiday celebration. It serves as a gentle, festive bridge for children to explore how different cultures honor the new year through food, family, and shared rituals. This vibrant counting book follows a community of mice as they engage in traditional Vietnamese Tet preparations: from cleaning the house to cooking special cakes and enjoying firecrackers. Beyond being a cultural primer, the story emphasizes themes of teamwork, gratitude, and the joy of coming together as a village. It is perfectly suited for preschoolers and early elementary students, offering a rhythmic reading experience that builds mathematical confidence through counting while expanding their world view. Parents will appreciate the rich backmatter that provides historical and cultural context, making it a wonderful tool for intentional, diverse learning at home.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and celebratory. It focuses on the joyful, communal aspects of the holiday without dipping into political or religious complexities.
