Chinese New Year Learning Activity Pack

Chinese New Year is filled with traditions, celebrations, and cultural significance that are a wonderful opportunity for children to learn about customs from around the world while practicing key academic and motor skills.

two digital page images of the lunar new year worksheets for kindergartners

Through themed activities, kids can explore symbols of the holiday, such as red lanterns, zodiac animals, and festive decorations, in a way that makes learning feel exciting and meaningful. This set includes a variety of activities designed for young learners, focusing on skills like counting, letter sounds, sequencing, and creativity.

Children can color, match, and trace letters while learning about the Lunar New Year. Some activities, like the lantern design craft, encourage hands-on creativity by having kids tear and glue paper to create their own colorful decoration. Others, such as the zodiac name-matching worksheet, introduce cultural symbols and encourage critical thinking.

Learning through themed activities helps children absorb new information while strengthening foundational skills. Counting lanterns reinforces number recognition, while the beginning sounds activity strengthens early reading abilities. The sequencing exercise encourages logical thinking as kids determine what comes next in a pattern based on the zodiac cycle. Combining cultural knowledge with these early academic skills makes learning both practical and memorable.

Beyond the worksheets, there are many ways to make the Lunar New Year a fun and interactive learning experience. Reading picture books about the holiday gives children a deeper understanding of traditions and their meanings. Exploring the zodiac by identifying each family member’s animal sign can spark engaging conversations about personality traits and symbolism.

Hands-on crafts like making paper lanterns or drawing zodiac animals add a creative element to the celebration. By combining stories, crafts, and educational activities, children can develop a greater appreciation for the Lunar New Year while strengthening important skills in a playful and meaningful way.