Chinese New Year History

This resource includes the perfect lesson plan to help you incorporate the new years holiday season with your ancient civilization curriculum. Connect the history of the Chinese New Year within your Ancient China unit.

Originally designed for my 6th grade social studies, however this resource is easily adapted for other grades and subject areas.

This resource will help you engage students in your curriculum and make connections in a festive way!

FEATURES:

• Teacher Tips & Instructions – an easy to follow, low-prep lesson plan
• History of the Chinese New Year Reading Passage – designed to engage students and prompt discussion
• History of the Chinese New Year Graphic Organizer – help students process and gather new information
• History of the Chinese New Year Questions – help students develop critical thinking skills as they make connections
• Answer Keys – to make your life a little bit easier!

FORMATS:

• Printer Friendly, PDF format
• Google Slide, digital format

HOW TO USE IT:

• Start by engaging students with the reading passage and prompting class discussion about the new year.
• Use the graphic organizer to help students gather and process information.
• Have students complete the questions to help them think critically and make connections.
• Go one more step and use non-fiction books from the library to gather more information about the traditions and purpose behind new year celebrations. Perfect partner or small group activity! (Details can be found in the included lesson plan)

WHEN TO USE IT:

• Use this lesson plan around the January holidays!
• This lesson plan allows you to incorporate today’s holidays and traditions, while still focusing on curriculum.

EXTRA BENEFITS:

• Aligns with ancient civilizations curriculum.
• Incorporate the holiday season in a meaningful way.

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