Early Years Blog
Chinese New Year is a vibrant and exciting time, filled with traditions, delicious food, and vibrant celebrations. Therefore, why not share the magic with your little ones? Here are some fun and engaging activities to do at home:
Unleash Your Inner Dragon
- First, dance like a dragon: Put on some lively Chinese music and encourage your child to move like a powerful dragon. Wind and twist, roar and sway.
Fine Motor Skills Fun
- Chopstick challenge: Practice using chopsticks to pick up small objects like raisins, noodles, or even small toys. This is a fantastic way to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
- Mandarin orange peel: Help your child carefully peel a mandarin orange. This activity helps with dexterity and hand strength.
- Create beautiful snake artwork: Use colourful paints, crayons, or even finger paints
Cultural Exploration
- Learn a few words: Teach your child a few basic Chinese phrases like “Hello” (nǐ hǎo)
Festive Feast
- Dumpling making: Get the whole family involved in making dumplings. You can find simple recipes online and let your child help with the folding
- Taste of tradition: Introduce your child to some traditional Chinese dishes like spring rolls, noodles, or sweet rice balls
Create a Festive Atmosphere
- Finally, decorate with red: Red is a lucky colour in Chinese culture. Decorate your home with red lanterns and red decorations
In essence, remember to make it fun and engaging! Let your child explore and experiment. Most importantly, enjoy celebrating this vibrant and meaningful festival together.
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Happy year of the snake!
