Celebrate Lunar New Year
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Cross Curriculum Priorities
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Teacher Resources: Lunar New Year is an important time of year for many people in Australia from different Asian communities. It has a long and rich history, and this resource allows primary and secondary students to gain a deeper understanding of its importance. Learners will explore how Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese communities mark this significant cultural event; allowing a deeper connection to the diverse customs and traditions in our schools and communities.
This teacher resource for Lunar New Year is organised into different areas with activities, worksheets and videos:
- Introduction to Lunar New Year
- Zodiac animals and what they represent
- Happy New Year!: Making lucky envelopes
- Creating your own recipe video
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Australian Curriculum
Cross-curriculum Priorities
Asia and Australia’s Engagement with Asia
General Capabilities
LiteracyInformation and Communication Technology CapabilityCritical and Creative ThinkingPersonal and Social CapabilityEthical Understanding and Intercultural Understanding
EnglishYears 3-4: ACELA1475, ACELA1487, ACELA1477, ACELA1478, ACELT1601, ACELT1607Years 5-6: ACELA1504, ACELT1612, ACELY1703, ACELY1713, ACELY1707, ACELY1717Years 7: ACELT1619, ACELY1728, ACELY1723Year 8: ACELT1806, ACELY1738
HistoryYear 7: ACDSEH042
GeographyYear 7: ACHGS051, ACHGS052Year 8: ACHGS055, ACHGS059
LanguagesKorean:Foundation – Year 2: ACLKOU132, ACLKOU132Years 3-4: ACLKOU151, ACLKOU152VietnameseFoundation – Year 2: ACLVIC115, ACLVIU121Chinese:Foundation – Year 2: ACLCHC006, ACLCHC009, ACLCHU016,Years 3-4: ACLCHU032Years 7-8: ACLCHC057
MathematicsFoundation: ACMNA001Year 3: ACMMG061, ACMMG062Year 4: ACMNA078Years 5: ACMNA099Years 6: ACMMG136