You can use our diverse selection of Lunar and Chinese New Year KS2 resources to plan a capsule project by choosing one aspect or tradition to focus on in detail. Capsule projects provide children with an opportunity for learning about one topic in depth, whilst developing lots of different skills with a variety of learning activities. Learn all about the culture of Chinese New Year in this video and interactive quiz from BBC Bitesize for KS2 Mandarin students aged 7 to 11. Cleaning is another tradition of the Chinese New Year. 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. A BBC primary assembly for KS1 and KS2 exploring Chinese New Year, with a 4 minute video. to think about the differences between the Chinese New Year celebrations and the new year traditions 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 KS2 activities for Chinese New Year. This resource is divided into six key sections that build cultural understanding whilst developing essential literacy skills: Introduction to Chinese New Year: A clear, engaging passage that explores the festival's origins, legends, and key traditions, complete with targeted reading comprehension questions. 2. Read, write and perform Chinese New Year legends. As you might expect from an ancient festival, there are plenty of myths and traditions associated with Chinese New Year. Why not retell the story of the monster Nian using this handy narrative from Topmarks? This myth is where the Chinese name for the festival – Guo Nian – comes from. Teach your class all about Chinese New Year, Chinese New Year traditions (like the Chinese lantern festival and Little Year) and other Chinese New Year facts with this Twinkl information PowerPoint. This presentation contains everything you need for KS2 children to learn about this important festival. Help them find out about Chinese New Year animals and the year of the pig as well as finding Lunar calendar, Chinese zodiac, Chinese New Year celebrations and traditions, Lantern festival. Poem ‘Chinese New Year’ by Wendy Larmont. A short prayer. Powerpoint 2: Animals of the zodiac KS1 and KS2 Assembly/ Lesson. A story of how the 12 animals were chosen to represent the years on the Chinese Calendar. Can be used as a stand- alone This lovely set of differentiated Chinese New Year reading comprehensions for KS2 can be used to help your pupils develop their reading skills whilst expanding their understanding of Chinese New Year. You might also like to tell children about the different Lunar New Year celebrations that take place in countries across Asia, such as Singapore, Vietnam and South Korea. Each country will have Learn all about the culture of Chinese New Year in this video and interactive quiz from BBC Bitesize for KS2 Mandarin students aged 7 to 11. Some Chinese believe you should not wash your hair on the first day of the Chinese New Year as you would be washing away your good luck for the New Year. To make sure you're not ridden with debt in the New Year, the Chinese believe that all outstanding bills and monies owed to friends and family members should be paid off before the Chinese New This hands-on KS2 English resource provides a creative exploration of Chinese New Year traditions through the art of making Red Couplets. Students will learn about the cultural significance of these decorations, including their symbolism in bringing good luck and protecting homes. Celebrate Chinese New Year 2025 with the Year of the Snake! Explore fascinating Year of the Snake facts, Chinese New Year activities for kids, fun crafts and Chinese zodiac facts for children. Discover traditions, celebrations and creative ideas for families. This Chinese New Year KS2 activity pack comprises five hour-long lessons. The lessons start with an introduction to Chinese culture and traditions, linked to the New Year celebrations. The following English lesson looks at the different character traits of the animals of the Chinese Zodiac, with the children writing a description of a Chinese New Year PDF Slideshow: This 28-page slideshow is a wonderful resource for introducing young children to Chinese New Year. Tailored for KS1 and EYFS students, it explains the festival’s preparations, traditions, and celebrations through simple, child-friendly language and engaging illustrations. Use this fantastic resource to get your children to recognise keywords associated with Chinese New Year. Included in this resource are keywords to find in the word search, such as dragon and red envelope. This word search also includes an answer sheet so your children can check how they did at the end. A fun and easy activity to give to your children. Can they find all the keywords for Chinese The Lunar New Year is a vibrant celebration rich in tradition, culture, and symbolism. Each year is dedicated to a different Chinese zodiac animal, and the Year of the Snake offers a unique opportunity to dive into creativity and cultural exploration. The document provides an overview of the Chinese New Year celebration, including traditions and legends. It describes how the festival lasts 15 days and involves cleaning homes, decorating with red colors and lanterns, preparing abundant food, family gatherings, giving children red envelopes with money, lighting firecrackers, dragon and lion dances, and releasing lanterns on the final day. 7. Why is Chinese New Year not on the same day as the Western New Year? Use evidence from the text to support your answer. 8. Choose two Chinese New Year traditions and explain how they are symbolic. 9. Would you like to experience Chinese New Year? Why? Chinese New Year. Page 4 of 4
Articles and news, personal stories, interviews with experts.
Photos from events, contest for the best costume, videos from master classes.