I found the cutest book on Amazon a couple weeks ago, Paper Lanterns. I took a chance and ordered it. My class enjoyed the book a lot. The story was about a little boy who studies under the master to learn how to make paper lanterns. The book was a great tool for discussing author's purpose, setting, characters and events.
After we read the book we made Chinese lanterns in a variety of colors. We sponge painted flowers and outlined them with black sharpies. Next they wrote some Chinese characters on the border. The project was a lot of fun. The bright lanterns are a joy to look each day.
Thanks for the recommendation about the book! It sounds like a great addition to our Lunar New Year week!
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