One of the most popular traditions during Chinese New Year is the giving of red envelopes, known as “hongbao”. These envelopes are filled with money and symbolize good luck and prosperity. You can create your own DIY red envelopes with our printable template. Simply print, cut, and fold along the lines to create your personalized hongbao. Kids can decorate them with glitter, stickers, or even Chinese characters for an extra special touch.
Paper lanterns are another iconic decoration for Chinese New Year. They symbolize hope and good fortune for the year ahead. Our printable template makes it easy for kids to create their own paper lanterns. Print the template on colored paper, cut along the lines, and fold to create a beautiful lantern. You can even add a small LED tea light inside for a magical glow. Hang them around the house to bring a festive touch to your Chinese New Year celebrations.
3. Dragon Puppet
The dragon dance is a highlight of Chinese New Year parades and celebrations. Kids can bring the excitement of the dragon dance to life with our printable dragon puppet template. Print the template on cardstock, cut out the pieces, and assemble the puppet using brads or string. Kids can then make the dragon “dance” by moving the puppet’s body up and down. It’s a fun and interactive craft that will keep kids entertained for hours.