Chinese New Year Coloring Pages
These chinese new year coloring pages give children ages 3 to 12 simple pictures of lanterns, dragons, zodiac animals, family gatherings and festive decorations to colour. They are free to print for quiet time at home, a classroom activity or a festival display.
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At a glance
- Ages: 3 to 12
- Skills: Colour control, focus, cultural awareness
- You need: Crayons, coloured pencils or markers
- Time: 10 to 25 minutes per picture
Pictures for younger and older children
The set includes clear, bold outlines for younger children, along with scenes that give older children more details to colour. Children may find lanterns, flowers, drums, zodiac animals, festive food and family moments. A dragon dance picture can invite bright colour choices, while a patterned lantern or paper decoration gives older children extra work. You can offer one simple picture to a Nursery child and let a Class 3 to 5 child add a background, patterns or a short greeting in English or Hindi.
Simple activities for home and class
At home, read the picture labels together, then ask your child to choose a colour plan before starting. Children can make a small display by colouring several pictures and adding their names and the date. In class, use the pages after a short talk about festivals around the world. Pair the activity with counting lanterns, matching zodiac animals or writing a kind wish. For a group task, give each child one coloured picture and join them on a noticeboard under a heading such as Happy New Year.
A few child-friendly festival facts
Chinese New Year is also called Lunar New Year in many places, and the date changes each year because it follows a lunar calendar. Family members often gather for a meal, clean and decorate their homes, and share good wishes. Red is a common festive colour, and red envelopes may be given as a sign of good wishes. The Chinese zodiac has 12 animal signs, with one animal linked to each year in a repeating cycle. Customs can differ between families and communities.
Lumi's tips
- For a younger child, name two colours for the lanterns and let your child choose where to use each one.
- For an older child, ask them to add a patterned border, a night sky or a short New Year greeting without covering the main picture.
- Look at real lanterns, flowers or festival decorations in books or local community displays, then compare their colours with your child's choices.
How to download and print
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- Open the PDF and print at "Actual size" (100%) so nothing is cut off.
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Questions parents ask
What do Chinese New Year colouring pages show?
They may show lanterns, dragons, zodiac animals, drums, flowers, family gatherings, festive food and other decorations linked with Chinese New Year.
Are these Chinese New Year colouring pages suitable for preschool children?
Yes. Younger children can use the pictures with large outlines, while older children can colour detailed patterns and add backgrounds.
What colours can children use for Chinese New Year pictures?
Children can choose any colours. Red, gold, yellow and pink are often seen in festive decorations, but personal colour choices are welcome.
Can I use these pages for a classroom festival activity?
Yes. You may print them for use at home or in your own classroom. Children can colour the pictures, write good wishes and make a class display.
How do I download or print the colouring pages?
Download the PDF after signing in with a free EarlyActivity account, then print it on A4 or US Letter paper at Actual size, or 100%. Free accounts can download up to 20 printables a day.
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