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Welcome to the Circletime Kids selection of fun, easy and quick arts & crafts that celebrate the Chinese culture! Scroll down the page to browse our favorite Chinese craft activities, we hope you find them to be a fun way to introduce your child to the culture and traditions of China. More arts & crafts are in the works for China, sign up for our free newsletter to find out when more are available!

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Rice "Love" Picture
Memory / Flash cards (Chinese Animals)
Potato Stamp
Chinese Paper Lanterns

Chinese Paper Cutting
Panda Bear Paper Bag Puppet
Cat's Cradle (video feature)
Chinese Dragon Kite


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Rice "Love" Picture - Coming Soon!

Rice is eaten by many people throughout the world, and is a staple in China. Here is an easy craft idea that uses rice to introduce your child to the Chinese language!

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China Memory

Memory Game or Flash Cards - Chinese Animals

We took the images from our Animals of China coloring book and made them into smaller cards that you can cut out and use as flash cards or play memory! A great Chinese vocabulary builder, and a fun way for your children to learn about indigenous Chinese animal species.


Cat's Cradle

Cat's Cradle (video feature!) - Coming Soon!

Versions of this game have been found in indigenous cultures all over the world--from the Arctic to the Equatorial zones. In some regions of the US, this game is also known as Jack in the Pulpit. We have posted a video so that you and your kids can learn this cool game!up to top


Potato Stamp

Potato Stamp

China is the world's largest producer of potatoes. We're sure your kids will have lots of ideas for potato stamp designs!

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Chinese paper lanterns

Chinese Paper Lanterns

Paper lanterns are very popular during celebrations in China, particularly during the Chinese New Year.  Try our easy lantern - the decorating options are limitless!

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Chinese paper cutting

Chinese Paper Cutting

Paper cutting is a popular art in China as paper was invented in China. Paper cuttings by your little artist will be perfect decorations for your windows!

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Panda paper bag puppet

Panda Bear Paper Bag Puppet

Panda Bears are native only to China. As they are an endangered species, these Panda Bear puppets are a great way to introduce your kids to all sorts of concepts!

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Chinese dragon kite

Chinese Dragon Kite

Dragons are a popular part of Chinese culture and mythology. They are also common sights at Chinese New Year celebrations. Make your own Chinese Dragon Kite with this easy craft idea!

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