LING & TING'S LUNAR NEW YEAR: TWO TIMES LUCKY

Mesmi Chu's adorable portrayal of twins Ling and Ting creates a bubbly, engaging performance. Playful dialogue and pun-filled jokes fill the story as the Chinese American twins prepare for the Lunar New Year. Chu's winsome delivery helps explain the traditions, superstitions, and customs surrounding this important celebration, such as the significance of the color red, the double meaning of words like oranges, and why families avoid sweeping dust out the front door. This approachable and fun introduction to the Lunar New Year encourages conversations about honoring heritage, culture, and cherished family rituals. Lively, rhythmic sounds of drums, cymbals, and firecrackers provide an atmospheric accompaniment to Chu's spot-on narration. M.F. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2025]