Every Month Is a New Year: Celebrations Around the World

Written by Marilyn Singer and Illustrated by Susan L. Roth

In many places around the world, the new year begins on January 1. But not everywhere! Chinese New Year is celebrated in January or February. Iranians welcome Nowruz in March. Thai families enjoy Songkran in April. And in Ethiopia, the new year—Enkutatash—arrives in September. Each celebration has its own special traditions and treasured customs.

In this lively poetry collection, acclaimed poet Marilyn Singer shares sixteen amazing new‑year festivals—some you may know and some that might be brand‑new to you. The poems take readers right into the heart of each holiday. No matter the month, somewhere in the world people are celebrating with joy, hope, and good wishes for a bright new year.