Lantern

Art

• The child learned about the Chinese tradition of making lanterns to celebrate the New Year.
• They practiced fine motor skills and coordination by cutting and assembling the lantern craft.
• The child was introduced to the concept of symmetry through the folding and cutting of the lantern design.

Culture

• Through making a lantern, the child gained an understanding of a traditional symbol used in Chinese New Year celebrations.
• They learned about the significance of lanterns as a symbol of hope and good fortune in Chinese culture.
• The child had the opportunity to discuss and explore the customs and traditions associated with Chinese New Year.

Encourage the child to continue learning about Chinese culture by exploring more traditional crafts and symbols associated with Chinese New Year, such as making paper dragons or practicing calligraphy of Chinese characters.

Book Recommendations

• Lanterns and Firecrackers: A Chinese New Year Story by Jonny Zucker: A beautifully illustrated book that tells the story of a Chinese New Year celebration, including the significance of lanterns and firecrackers in the festivities.
• Bringing In the New Year by Grace Lin: This book introduces young readers to the customs and traditions of Chinese New Year, including making lanterns and dragon dances.