Books Like Two New Years
Families who loved Two New Years by Richard Ho often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Two New Years by Richard Ho often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child starts noticing the differences between how friends celebrate holidays, or when you want to nurture pride in a child belonging to a blended cultural or interfaith family. It serves as a gentle bridge for explaining that identity isn't about choosing one side, but about embracing a beautiful, overlapping whole. Through the lens of two distinct New Year celebrations, the story highlights the shared human values of hope, renewal, and the warmth of gathering with loved ones. The narrative follows a family that celebrates both Rosh Hashanah in the fall and Lunar New Year in the spring. While the specific customs vary, from blowing the shofar to watching dragon dances, the emotional core remains constant: honoring ancestors and looking forward to the future with joy. This book is an excellent choice for children ages 3 to 8, offering a content-rich yet accessible look at Jewish and Chinese traditions while emphasizing the universal theme of belonging within a diverse household.
