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  • Make a series of cuts along the fold line, moving towards the open edges. Be sure not to cut all the way down...stop about an inch before the edges.
  • Glue the uncut edges together.
  • Take your lantern shape and add a handle to hang it from.

    Chinese Character Prints
    Chinese calligraphy is an ancient form of writing and art. You can create beautiful prints to hang inside your home using this craft idea. Many Chinese characters are popular and can be seen in everyday life from tattoos to garden stones and clothing. Get creative and have fun with this craft!
    What You Need:


    1. Share the Chinese characters/phrases with your children. Talk about their meanings and have them pick one that they really like. The link for The Top Ten Chinese Characters and Their Meanings is a great place to start.
    2. Have children copy the character/phrase the best they can in the center of the paper using thin and thick lines.
    3. Draw pictures or patterns around the character/phrase that symbolize its meaning to your child.
    4. Color in the characters/phrases and symbols with vibrant colors.
    5. Create a border.
    6. Hang in your favorite room of the house for good luck!


    As you can see, you can have lots of fun with this! Be sure to also visit sites online that tell about the food and culture of China. Learn a few words, learn some songs, and listen to some Chinese music. China Online is a great site to get started. It has information on all aspects of Chinese culture from myths and legends to full-blown history.

    Enjoy your New Year!

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