Chinese New Year – Year of the Horse

Chinese New Year is a special holiday celebrated around the world. One of the animals in the Chinese zodiac is the Horse. The Horse represents energy, kindness, and strength. Horses love to move and explore, just like young children.

These activities help children learn about the Year of the Horse while developing fine motor skills, focus, and creativity as they color, trace, and complete the pages.

Teaching Ideas for Preschool

Teachers can introduce the Chinese New Year Horse through clear, simple classroom experiences that support learning through play and discussion.

• Picture books and simple storytelling can introduce the Horse using short stories and strong visuals. 
• Horse-themed art projects using red and gold colors give children hands-on ways to explore the celebration. Activities such as painting, coloring, or collage allow children to create horse images while learning that red and gold are commonly used festive colors.
• Songs and movement activities inspired by horses support learning through movement. Children can participate in simple songs, rhythms, or actions such as walking, trotting, or galloping like a horse.
• Group conversations about holidays and family traditions allow children to share their own experiences. Teachers can guide short discussions about how families celebrate special occasions in different ways

These activities help children have fun while learning about the Chinese New Year and the Horse.

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