Here are some recommendations of books on Chinese New Year stories, traditions and food. 

The Runaway Wok by Ying Chang Compestine, illustrated by Sebastià Serra
A picture book that tells the story of a boy who trades the families last eggs for a magic wok that changes his family's fortune forever. 



 

Lanterns and Firecrackers: A Chinese New Year Story by Jonny Zucker, illustrated by Jan Barger 
A family prepares the house for the new year and sets off firecrakers to scare away bad spirits. 


 

Paper Crafts for Chinese New Year by Randel McGee
Explains the  significance of the Chinese New Year and teaches young people how to make paper crafts. 

Chinese New Year by Nancy Dickmann
Describes how people celebrate the holiday and bring good luck in the following year. 

Chinese New Year by Katie Marsico, illustrated by Holli Conger
A simple instruction for children to the traditions of Chinese New Year. 

Chinese New Year by Catherine Chambers 
Gives a description of the food, ceremonies, and traditions of Chinese New Year. 

The New Year Dragon Dilemma by Ron Roy, illustrated by John Steven Gurney
A fictional tale about three boys named, Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose who are enjoying a visit to San Francisco when Holden, their college-age tour guide, is accused of abducting Miss Chinatown from the Chinese New Year parade and stealing her valuable crown.