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Lesson Plans - 4th Grade

The Chinese New Year starts today.

Today is the first day of the New Year on the Chinese lunar calendar. Each year of the calendar’s 16-year cycle is represented by an animal. According to the Chinese zodiac, people born during a given year share traits with that animal. 2010 is the year of the tiger. Those born under this year are supposed to be short-tempered, suspicious, adventurous, sensitive, emotional, and risk-takers.

CHINESE NEW YEAR

This unit will teach students about the customs and culture of Chinese New Year.

Chinese Kites

Celebrate Chinese holidays and the country’s ancient culture with animal zodiac kites. Happy new year!

Chinese Floating Fabric

Design and fly a beautiful fabric windsock! This one is decorated with traditional Chinese symbols.

Chinese Dragon Puppet

Parade with a one-of-a-kind Chinese Dragon puppet. Celebrate Chinese New Year, the country’s literature, or other aspects of this ancient culture.