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This 15-word Lunar New Year word search introduces elementary students to traditions and symbols of Chinese and Asian New Year celebrations. Hidden words include dragon, lantern, zodiac, firecrackers, and red envelopes, covering customs, decorations, and cultural practices. Use it during a Lunar New Year unit, as a cultural-awareness activity, or as a classroom decoration and warm-up during the holiday.

Subject:
Holidays & Seasonal
Topic:
New Year's
Grade Level:
3rd – 5th Grades
Updated February 2026

Word List

  • DRAGON
  • LANTERN
  • TRADITION
  • ZODIAC
  • REDENVELOPES
  • LUNARNEWYEAR
  • ANCESTORS
  • FIRECRACKERS
  • CELEBRATION
  • LUCKY
  • FORTUNE
  • RED
  • FESTIVAL
  • PROSPERITY
  • RITUALS

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