China Crafts
Studying China and Chinese
culture? We have suggestions for some China-inspired crafts that can be done easily
with the kids. Also see our Chinese New Year crafts
page.
Best for older kids, this is a good project for practising planning and design
skills.. Paper cuts are a very old, traditional craft in China and are often
seen at Chinese New Year.
Chinese Paper Cut Craft
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Chinese Drum Craft
The Chinese drum toy is a popular "pocket money" toy for young children. Here is
a version your kids can make themselves!
Great Wall Of Friendship
A mix between a craft and an activity, this "Great Wall" encourages children to
think about what they value in their friends and family.
Make A Ping Pong Bat
The Chinese introduced table tennis to the world and have always been extremely
good at the sport. You can make your own ping pong bats and net and have a go!
Handprint Dragon
Who would have thought some colored paper and handprints could be so effective!
A fun cutting-out project for kids with a fearsome result..
Chinese Slat Book
These were the first books in China, and are the reason that Chinese writing is
top to bottom rather than left to right. A fun project.
Make a Coolie Hat
The coolie hat originates in South East Asia and was made of straw, with a wide
brim perfect for keeping the sun off the face! Have fun making and decorating
your own version.
Dress up as an old-fashioned Coolie
Have fun making your own Chinese Coolie costume.
Make a Terracotta Warrior
Learn about the fascinating Terracotta Army and try your hand at some modelling,
using our photos as a guide.
Willow Pattern Plate
Learn about the traditional Willow Pattern, listen to the story behind it, then
have a go at making your own version.
Chinese Fan
Decorate and make a pretty, authentic Chinese pleated fan - perfect
for a hot summer's day!
Chinese Flag Collage
Here's a fun way to learn (and remember) the Chinese flag.
Blossom Tree Painting
Some messy fun, for a very pretty result!
Chinese Blossom Tree
Chinese Lion Dance costume
A cardboard box, some paper, some fabric and a little imagination and
you could be holding your own Lion Dance parade!
Egg Box Dragon
Try your hand at this magnificent Chinese dragon!
Chinese Lion puppet
Made with a concertina body, the kids can make this Chinese lion puppet dance up
and down just like a real Lion Dance.
You will find many more Chinese themed crafts on our
Chinese New Year crafts page.
More Kids Crafts
Visit our Chinese New Year pages
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