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Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year is the biggest holiday celebrated among Chinese people. It is often referred to as the spring festival because it signals the beginning of spring. It is a time when families and friends get together to say goodby to the old and welcome the new. It originally lasted for about 4 weeks, but now only lasts for 3-5 days.

More about this lesson plan:
Materials Needed: World map or globe -Chinese zodiac chart (see appendix) -Children's books on Chinese New Year (see appendix) -Tradition letter (see appendix) -Paper for thank you cards -Large paper grocery bags -Butcher paper -Brightly colored paints -Sequins -Glitter (gold and other colors) -Feathers -Red and black paper squares -Glue -Foil -Drinking straws -White paper (for money) -Diagram of fu (FOO) symbol (see appendix)
Author: Natalie Walker
Source: © teacherlink.ed.usu.edu

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