Teach children about the Chinese New Year celebration with these activities. This is a fun way to learn about the traditions of another culture; students can compare how they spend their New Year's Day to the way Chinese people do. They'll be introduced to the Chinese lunar calendar, zodiac signs, and Chinese characters.
Excerpted from
Multicultural Holidays
This comprehensive book provides background information and related activities for more than 75 holidays throughout the year. It also includes student contracts and culminating activities.
