by on 19/01/2022 4451
It feels like the Christmas and New Year parties are only just over, but before the dust settles, it’s time to prepare for the Lunar New Year. This year we usher in the Year of the Tiger and here are some quick and easy craft ideas for the kids.
You will need:
i) Print out the tiger template (PDF) on a piece of art card. Go over the outline with a black marker pen.
ii) Apply a thin layer of glue inside the drawing and stick the beans or coloured rice. Work on one section at a time.
You will need:
i) Cut the pieces on felt or coloured paper (PDF). Stick them on the lantern base.
ii) To make the firecrackers, roll and stick paper tubes.
iii) Assemble the ornament.
You will need:
i) Print the template (PDF) and cut out the pieces.
Image: Simple Everyday Mom
ii) Stick the pieces on the paper bag to create the tiger puppet. Once completed, get creative and have fun with the puppet eg. storytelling, pretend play, sing-a-long, etc.
Check out other fun Chinese New Year activity worksheets here.