Chinese New Year History of Chinese New Year 2600 BC Legends.
Chinese New Year
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Happy Chinese New Year!
Written by Jessica Kratzer, Literacy & Assistive Technology Coach, D75This book dedicated to the Ho Family in Oakland, CA.
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The Chinese New Year celebration lasts 15 days.
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The 15th day of the New Year is celebrated with a Lantern Festival.
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People buy or make lots and lots of beautiful lanterns.
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Families who celebrate Chinese New Year get
together.
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Families think about their ancestors, the family members
who came before them.
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During Chinese
New Year, the people eat LOTS of
food!
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People decorate their homes with oranges, candy, and
flowers.
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Plants and flowers are important because they represent new growth. Homes with blooming flowers are considered lucky.
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You are not allowed to clean on New Year’s Day so your home must be cleaned before then.
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Red is considered a bright, happy color that will bring a bright future
to the person who wears it.
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All over the world there are Chinese New Year parades.
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Let’s celebrate Chinese New Year!