Year of the Snake: Celebrating Lunar New Year!

On Wednesday, January 29th, we ring in the Lunar New Year! Celebrated by millions around the world, the Lunar New Year marks the beginning of a new lunar calendar year. The holiday is filled with vibrant customs, from family reunions to lion dances, red envelopes, and delicious food.

FOR KIDS: CELEBRATING LUNAR NEW YEAR WITH CURIOUS GEORGE
Gung Hay Fat Choy means Happy New Year in Chinese. In this clip from Curious George, Lily shows Marco and George her family traditions for ringing in the new year. You can even make your own dragon puppet just like in the video! Dance with your puppet to celebrate Lunar New Year!

FOR PARENTS: MAKING LUNAR NEW YEAR TRADITIONS AT HOME
Lunar New Year is a special time for families to unite and honor traditions- even if they may not be yours! Decorate your home with red and gold paper lanterns to bring good luck. Or make a gong to strike at the new year! Try a new recipe for Lo Han Jai, a Buddhist vegetarian stew that is traditionally served on the first day of the new year.

FOR EDUCATORS: LUNAR NEW YEAR LESSONS
Teaching about Lunar New Year is a great opportunity to introduce students to diverse traditions and have students share their own! Pre-K students will love this lesson about Lunar New Year and coloring their own red envelopes. Older students can learn how traditional Chinese dumplings are made in this video from Relish!

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