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Chinese New Year Activities 2026 | Lunar New Year
Are your 3rd and 4th graders ready to explore the exciting traditions of Chinese New Year 2026, the Year of the Snake? Our vibrant Chinese New Year activity set is the perfect way to bring the festive spirit of this Lunar New Year celebration into your classroom!
This holiday set contains:
- Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension with Questions: Dive into the history and traditions of Chinese New Year
- 12 “Go-Fish Game” Task Cards: Make reading review fun and interactive
- “Would You Rather” Lunar New Year Edition: Spark lively discussions
- 2 Color by Code Activities: Blend learning with creativity in math and ELA
- 2 Word Search Puzzles: Enjoy the hunt for Lunar New Year-themed words
- 3 Math Worksheets: Challenge students with word problems and more.
- Cryptogram Activity: Decode fun messages
- Creative Writing Prompt and Reflection: Encourage thoughtful expression
- Answer Keys for all activities
This Chinese New Year Activities resource not only introduces students to the rich culture of Lunar New Year but also enhances their skills in a variety of areas.
- Chart/Graph Reading
- Two-digit multiplication
- Solving One-Step Math Word Problems
- Creative Writing with Time-Order Transitional Phrases/Words
This resource has FREE annual updates, you’ll have a continually relevant resource for teaching about Chinese New Years year-after-year!
It’s an ideal blend of education and celebration, perfect for a seasonal literacy center in upper elementary classrooms.
Bring the Year of the Snake to life and watch as your students’ curiosity and understanding of global cultures soar!
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Erika R. –
My kids enjoyed this packet to celebrate Chinese New Year!
Rebecca Radomski –
kiddos had a goodtime with this activity and it was very user friendly
Jennifer W. –
My kids enjoyed learning about traditions while practicing skills. It made the lessons more meaningful.
Bella D. –
So cute, easy to follow. All my students enjoyed the activity. Thank you so much!
Ann-Mari D. –
Such a great classroom resource! My students were excited, involved, and genuinely enjoyed the activity.
Aaron V. –
Fantastic instructional resource! Thank you for all the time and effort you put into creating it!
Toni’s Classroom Connections –
I love how many options are available within this resource. The nonfiction readings are engaging and everything is definitely student approved!
Nina M. –
I love teaching my students all about the vibrant Lunar New Year traditions, symbols and more. This packet compliments my lessons. I especially love the Lunar New Year Would You Rather? and The Lunar Look Back (I just wish it didn’t say Chinese New Year because many cultures celebrate the Lunar New Year). Thank you for getting me ready for the Lunar New Year!
Jaclyn R. –
My students loved these activities! Thank you for a great resource.
Nicole L. –
Interesting and engaging materials that supplemented our research of Lunar New Year
Amy D. –
This was a great resource that my class really enjoyed. I look forward to 2025. I will purchase and use again in the future for upcoming years!
Shannon A. –
This is great! My students really enjoyed this resource.
Jennifer P. –
What an engaging resource! It was so easy to prep and will be used in my classroom for years!
Bahrt’s Bunch –
Thanks for a great resource! This was a perfect addition to our Lunar New Year celebration.
Mrs Solis teaches –
MY students enjoyed this so much. They were engaged the whole time and learned so much.
Samantha Burch –
Such a time saver and perfect addition to my unit!
Monique S. –
My students absolutely loved this resource. It was engaging in so many levels and sparked so much curiosity that opened so many learning doors around the Lunar New Year. So happy with this purchase
Rebecca O. –
This is a great resource to help students with their reading comprehension. They enjoyed learning about Lunar New Year.
Susan L. –
Great for introducing Lunar New Year to my students.
Kendra Coker –
Great resource. The students found this fun and engaging. Thank you!
Erine A. –
Enjoyed this activity to help explain Chinese New Year to my students. They learned a lot.
Sixth Grade Adventure S. –
This is such a wonderful resource. My students really enjoyed this activity. They learned so much! I really liked that it was easy to prep and that it kept my students engaged.
Michelle Dragalin The Online Prof –
During this time of year, many of my students take time off for the Lunar Festival. So, I wanted to remind them of the festival.
Leah K. –
So fun and informative! My students loved this! I used this during stations.
Maranda W. –
We really enjoyed using this in our classroom
Michelle D. –
Great resource!!
Barbara S. –
Great resource!
Jill Johnson –
Good way to introduce Chinese New Year to my students.
April T. –
This theme unit incorporated nicely with our unit. The students found activity fun and engaging. It made teaching and learning a lot easier. Great Job!
Connolly’s Creations –
Thank you!
Kristi Ann B. –
Good info for Chinese New Year. Definitely helped me and my son learn more about this holiday. Thank you!
Emily Abram –
I try to expose my students to all different cultures and this activity was perfect for doing just that.