Tết All Around

by Quỳnh Hương and Rơm 

Illustrated by Halcyon

Translated by Ngô Hà Thu

When spring arrives, Vietnamese everywhere get very busy! Hanoians are busy tidying the house and prepare jellied meat and peach blossoms. Down in the south, dinner tables abound with braised duck eggs and bitter melon soup. Despite differences from region to region, they are all signs that Tết, the Vietnamese Lunar New Year, is here!    

Traditions are what makes Tết a special occasion–but does every Vietnamese celebrate the same way? Tết All Around brings young readers on a journey across Vietnam, showcasing how different regions and ethnic groups welcome the Lunar New Year. A fascinating journey into Tết’s many customs; personal to some, unfamiliar to others, but sure to bring an air of festivity–and together they form what we know as Tết. With regional traditions slowly blending together, this book is also a chance for younger generations to identify what makes each region’s celebrations special, and honour the customs that have come before.   

Families can gather around and immerse themselves in this stunningly illustrated book that hopes to bring to readers the warmth, excitement, and merry atmosphere of Tết!