Happy Chinese New Year

Today we celebrated Chinese New Year with a special guest, Jamie A's mom! She did an amazing job teaching us all about the traditions and customs of the new year celebrations. We learned about the monster Nian and all the ways we can scare him away! We talked about lion dances, firecrackers, food, the color red and the importance of family & friends in Chinese culture. My favourite part of the day was seeing the kids all wearing a pomelo on their head! Jamie's mom also left everyone a special treat in their lockers to find at the end of the day!

Ms Benitha helped us make hóngbāo or red envelopes for prosperity and good fortune. She taught us all about the Chinese zodiac and that this year, is the Year of the Dog. Thanks to Jinu and Arthurs moms for helping with our craft today.

To learn more about Chinese New Year, please click on Jamie Y's Dragon picture at the bottom.