The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu – Review by Lucinda Morton-Phillips

The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A delightful chapter book abounding with traditions of the Lunar New Year told from the perspective of Lorie & Weina, young Asian American sisters in New York City.
The story revolves around the tradition of giving lucky red envelopes during the Lunar New Year. This year is the first time that Weina, the younger sister, is entrusted with the important job of looking after the special red sachet that holds the red envelopes. When Lorie & Weina discover that they have misplaced the sachet, they have to retrace their steps that day, including visits to Grandma’s house, the temple and the parade.
Such a charming story that shares the day’s events and shows the importance of traditions, food, and family. The illustrations are delightful too and help to bring to life the story. This story would be great to aloud to young children and for chapter readers to read themselves.

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