Lily was excited. It was her first Lunar New Year celebration. Unlike the New Year celebrated on January 1st, Lunar New Year was based on the lunar calendar and the date changed every year. Lily's family explained that the lunar calendar is based on the cycles of the moon. Lily found it fascinating. She loved the vibrant decorations, lanterns, and the dragon dance in the parade. Red and gold were everywhere; her grandma said these colors brought good luck and prosperity. Lily received a red envelope from her parents, filled with money. She learned this was a traditional gift to wish good luck for the coming year. But the highlight of the day was the feast. Her family enjoyed dishes like dumplings, fish and rice cakes. Each dish symbolized good luck, prosperity and family reunion. Celebrating Lunar New Year, Lily learned about her cultural heritage and an interesting piece of astronomy too!