A primary school assembly framework for KS1, KS2 and P1 - P7 celebrating Lunar New (also known as Chinese New Year). Includes video, suggestions for songs, optional words for reflection and prayer. This assembly is available with the alternative wording Lunar New Year. Learn even more about Chinese New Year traditions and customs in our handy blog. A BBC primary assembly for KS1 and KS2 exploring Chinese New Year, with a 4 minute video. Homepage. Summary: Chinese New Year marks the start of a new lunar year and falls in January/February A BBC primary assembly for KS1 and KS2 exploring Chinese New Year, with a 4 minute video. Homepage. Summary: Chinese New Year marks the start of a new lunar year and falls in January/February Use this exciting and colourful assembly PowerPoint to teach children all about Chinese New Year. Challenge them to discover the animal that represents the year they were born. This assembly is available with the alternative wording Lunar New Year. Learn even more about Chinese New Year traditions and customs in our handy blog. An editable Google Slides assembly presentation that explores Chinese New Year, perfect for engaging KS1 and KS2 students. This comprehensive resource includes detailed notes for each slide, making it easy for teachers to deliver an informative and interactive assembly. Holidays & Events Arbor Day Back to School Black History Month Caribbean American Heritage Month Chinese New Year and Lunar New Year Christmas Cinco de Mayo DINOvember Earth Day Easter Filipino American History Month Friendship Day Halloween Independence Day (July 4th) Juneteenth May Day New Year's Eve Patriot Day (9/11) Seasons Summer Games Chinese New Year 2. Introduction 1. Tell the assembly that today they will be finding out about Chinese New Year - how it is celebrated and how important it is to the Chinese community. 2. Ask the pupils if they have ever heard of Chinese New Year or ever been to a Chinese New Year celebration? 3. Holidays & Events Arbor Day Back to School Black History Month Caribbean American Heritage Month Chinese New Year and Lunar New Year Christmas Cinco de Mayo DINOvember Earth Day Easter Filipino American History Month Friendship Day Halloween Independence Day (July 4th) Juneteenth May Day New Year's Eve Patriot Day (9/11) Seasons Summer Games The slide show covers the astrological background of the Chinese New Year and how it is celebrated. This unit also includes a retelling of the legend to explain how the animal signs came to be. This short story is called the "The Great Chinese Race". Key Stage: Key stage 1 and key stage 2. Number of children: Suitable for class, key stage or Chinese New Year KS1 and KS2 Assembly. A simply written whole school assembly to cover the main aspects of Chinese New Year which can be used in the days preceding or during the 15 day celebration starting on 10th -25th February. Chinese dragon music can be easily slotted into the assembly where you chose (link included). Image: Creative Assembly Looking for games to play over the Chinese New Year break? Chinese New Year has finally arrived, kicking off the Year of the Snake celebrations with pomp and circumstance. There’s plenty to do for those who are celebrating the holiday, from family reunions to the exchange of ang pows (money packets). Class Assembly & Resources: Chinese New Year 2025 Approximately 10 - 15 minutes long. Suitable for 5 - 9 years. Full script (Word and PDF), PowerPoint and music Planning and delivering an assembly can be time-consuming and stressful. That's why we've done the hard work for you by creating this detailed and engaging Chinese New Year assembly pack! Here at Twinkl, we pride ourselves on taking pressure away from teachers and our colourful, fully researched PowerPoint with accompanying script does just that. This Chinese New Year resource pack features This assembly framework is part of a series of School Radio assemblies, which can be found on the BBC Teach website. Chinese New Year marks the start of a new lunar year and falls in January/February. It is celebrated with gifts, fireworks and dragon and lion dances and culminates on the 15th day with a lantern festival. Use this exciting and colorful assembly PowerPoint to teach children all about Chinese New Year. Challenge them to discover the animal that represents the year they were born. Chinese New Year KS1 and KS2 Assembly. A simply written whole school assembly to cover the main aspects of Chinese New Year which can be used in the days preceding or during the 15 day celebration starting on 10th -25th February. Chinese dragon music can be easily slotted into the assembly where you chose (link included). Chinese New Year; new beginnings; looking forward to the future. Preparation and materials. Background: Chinese New Year is a spring festival and has been celebrated for over 3,000 years. Originally it was a festival in which farmers hoped for a good harvest in the year to come. It is linked to the lunar calendar and the first day of the New Bring the magic of Chinese New Year to your classroom with this lively and educational assembly script, specially designed for pupils aged 5-7! Perfect for teachers looking for an engaging way to introduce young learners to this vibrant cultural celebration, our script offers a fun and interactive 15-20 minute performance with plenty of This 17 slide assembly is perfect to deliver to any year group and looks into the History and traditions of the Chinese New Year as well as the Chinese signs of the Zodiac. This assembly includes: What is the Chinese New Year? Informative video; Traditions; Story of the Chinese Zodiac; Personal Reflection questions Use this exciting and colourful assembly PowerPoint to teach children all about Chinese New Year. Challenge them to discover the animal that represents the year they were born. This assembly is available with the alternative wording Lunar New Year. Learn even more about Chinese New Year traditions and customs in our handy blog.
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