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Celebrate Lunar New Year in the Classroom with Pictures Books and Activities

Celebrating Lunar New Year? Dive into the celebration with these picture books and classroom activities. I've selected engaging resources to make learning about this special holiday a blast for your students. From informational text to dragon tales to heartwarming family stories, these books cover it all. Make learning about Lunar New Year both educational and fun for your students!

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Picture Books for Lunar New Year

Picture books act as windows and create a perfect opportunity for elementary students to immerse themselves in the rich traditions of Lunar New Year, fostering appreciation for other cultures.

Lunar New Year Mini Books

I created 9-10 page mini books for primary students to learn about the Lunar New Year! It includes basic facts, an explanation of the traditions, a word search, and a “what I’ve learned” page.

Find the Chinese New Year Mini Book in my TPT Store or BP Shop.

Find the Korean New Year (Seollal) Mini Book in my TPT Store or BP Shop.

Find the Vietnamese New Year Mini Book in my TPT Store or BP Shop.

Bingo Game

Learning about Lunar New Year traditions can be a fun experience for kids and one way to make it even more enjoyable is by playing games! This bingo game features symbols associated with Chinese traditions. It can help children learn about the customs and traditions of the new year in a fun and engaging way. Available in my TPT Store and BP Shop.

Chinese New Year Video

The TVO Kids series, It’s My Party, has an episode on Chinese New Year! Ashley celebrates Chinese New Year and is preparing for a day of lion dances, feasting, and fireworks with her guest Shazaib.


As you incorporate these Lunar New Year resources, I hope your students enjoy the stories and activities. Remember, let's celebrate not only Chinese New Year but also Vietnamese Tet, Korean Seollal, and other Lunar New Year celebrations from around Asia. Here's to creating memorable learning experiences together!