This story of guo nian (meaning “new year”) explains why Chinese hang red decorations ... money and given by adults or elderly to young children as a symbol of good luck.

The jiaozi, or Chinese dumpling, symbolises reunion and good fortune According to the legend, Zhang handed out jiaozi among the poor from the day of the Winter Solstice to Chinese New Year’s Eve.

The duration is 4' 06" and the final words are: 'Happy New Year!’ 4. After the video Ask the children to turn to the person sitting next to them and try to remember as many Chinese New Year ...

You can find out which Chinese zodiac you and your little ones are over on Blue Peter. Learn more about Lunar New Year What is Lunar New Year? Find out with JoJo and Gran Gran what it is and ...

providing fun challenges for children and adults. In cities and towns across China and other countries, lantern parades and ...