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Chinese New Year

Some FactsAlso called Lunar New Year and The Spring FestivalThe date is determined by the lunar calendar15 day long celebration

Background and HistoryDuring the Chinese Dynasty, China was considered an agricultural society

The Lunar Calendar was an indicator for when to seed, plant and harvest crops

The Legend

The mythical beast : NianWas said to eat livestock, crops and children

Zodiac SignBased on a twelve year cycleCalculated by the Chinese lunar cycle

The Great Animal Race

The Animals personality traits were determined after this race.

TigersThe Animals personality traits were determined after this race.Tolerant, loyal, brave and respected by our peersLike challengesShort-tempered and quick decisions

Fireworks

New Year's Eve Dinner

Cleaning

Decorations

Upside down fuDui lianLanternsYear paint

Decorations

Paper cuttingYear god

Dragon Dance

Festival of Lanterns

Red Envelopes

Suppress evil HealthLong life

Proverbs

Fish

Mandarin oranges

Nian gao

Activity

Song :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGk5tXLR0Ps

Instrument:Zipher

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