Dragon Boats in August: NYC through a Year of Celebrations is a festive introduction to New York’s diversity, month by month. Young readers can learn about NYC’s many cultural traditions—Chinese, Indo-Caribbean, Jewish, Mexican, Puerto Rican, and more—starting with the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Queens and culminating in a fireworks show in lower Manhattan on Independence Day. This delightful picture book features informative texts and bold graphic design with vivid photo collages. Celebrate NYC through vibrant colors, costumes, and communities!
A colorful, super-fun ride! ★★★★★Not just for kids — I’ve lived in New York City for many years and learned so much about my hometown from this incredibly colorful, fun book. Just be prepared for some field trips — your child (or you) will want to go to each and every one.
– Bibliocook, USA