Nila, Niko and the Year of the Horse: A Nila, Niko and Tobi Adventure in China (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798277659717)

Follow Nila, Niko, and Tobi to China, where a glowing lantern adventure awaits! When their magic compass whisks them into the middle of a Lunar New Year celebration, the trio is invited to join a mysterious Lantern Hunt in honor of the Year of the Horse. Guided by lantern light and secret rhyming clues, they set off on a puzzling treasure hunt through the festival night.

Along the way, Nila, Niko, and Tobi weave through dragon parades, lantern-lined streets, and lively performances as they search for a very special Horse Lantern. With each clue they solve, the explorers learn that being brave and kind-and helping others, even in the middle of an adventure-makes their light shine brightest of all.

Filled with warm, painterly illustrations and gentle cultural details, Nila, Niko and the Year of the Horse introduces young readers to Lunar New Year traditions and the Chinese zodiac in a magical, kid-friendly way.

Perfect for:

• Children ages 4-8 who love adventures and festivals

• Families and teachers exploring Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse

• Storytime read-alouds about bravery, kindness, and friendship

• Fans of the Nila, Niko and Tobi adventure series

Includes bonus activity pages, a certificate of completion for the Lantern Hunt, and an author's note to spark even more curiosity and conversation.

• Gently introduces Lunar New Year, the Chinese zodiac, and the Year of the Horse through a cozy, easy-to-follow story

• Sparks curiosity about the world and how kids in other countries celebrate special days

• Shows character strengths in action-bravery, kindness, problem-solving, empathy, and teamwork

• Fun rhyming clues and a treasure hunt make it perfect for interactive read-alouds, predictions, and "What do you think happens next?" moments

• Fits beautifully with classroom units on holidays around the world, China/Asia, light festivals, and family traditions

• Kids also get to learn new vocabulary and ideas around wishes, luck, and starting fresh in a new year

• Helps children see that kids everywhere love stories, snacks, festivals, and feeling brave, just like they do