This morning as I stood at the sink, preparing our special meal to celebrate the start of Chinese New Year, my mind wandered back to my childhood and the traditions I grew up with. As we usher in a new year, I often wonder if I’m doing a good job of imparting these traditions to…
Chinese New Year
Teaching Kids About Chinese New Year: Year of the Dragon
On Monday, January 23, my family will celebrate the start of Year of the Dragon. This year is a particularly important year because of the significance of the dragon to Chinese culture. The dragon characterizes ambition, dominance, success, and is the mightiest of all 12 of the creatures that comprise the Chinese Zodiac. Around our…
Resources & Activities to Celebrate Chinese New Year in Your Home
Tomorrow- February 3- is an important day because it is the start of Chinese New Year and the beginning of the Year of the Rabbit. Like Korean and Vietnamese cultures, Chinese New Year begins on the Lunar New Year. Around our home, we’re getting ready for the start of the new year. I’m spending the…
