Learn about the Lunar New Year in your classroom and provide students with an opportunity to share their unique traditions with these free printables!
The Lunar New Year’s Festival is a very important celebration in many countries all over the world. It marks the beginning of spring according to the lunar calendar. Often referred to as Chinese New Year, it is also called Tet by the Vietnamese, Sol by the Koreans, and Losar by the Tibetans.
The first day of this New Year starts with the new moon, which appears between January 21 and February 20. The Lunar New Year is celebrated in many different countries and communities around the world, including Taiwan, Vietnam, Korea, Singapore, Thailand, China. Each country has its own traditions and celebrations. Many families clean their homes and hang colorful decorations such as lanterns to prepare for the holiday. Every New Year is aligned with one of the animals of the Chinese Zodiac.
Download these free Lunar New Year Activities for grades K–3 here.
For more activities and ideas to celebrate the Lunar New Year, check out Chinese New Year Lessons and Free Dancing Dragon and Chinese Lantern Activity
Heather Foudy is a certified elementary teacher with over 7 years’ experience as an educator and volunteer in the classroom. She enjoys creating lessons that are meaningful and creative for students. She is currently working for Evan-Moor’s marketing and communications team and enjoys building learning opportunities that are both meaningful and creative for students and teachers alike.