Find the Zodiac Animals: A Free Lunar New Year Word Search
Celebrate with a free printable Lunar New Year word search featuring all 12 zodiac animals!
Download the PDF and answer key for a fun activity for all ages.
This printable word search is fun in the classroom or at home!
Explore Lunar New Year Traditions Through a Word Search
Lunar New Year is a vibrant and joyous celebration observed by many cultures across the globe.
It marks the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar calendar, and is often associated with family gatherings, delicious food, and rich traditions.
One of the most recognizable aspects of Lunar New Year is the Chinese zodiac, a repeating 12-year cycle where each year is represented by a different animal.
To add some fun to your Lunar New Year celebrations, I’ve created a free printable word search featuring all 12 zodiac animals!
Basics About Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year is a festival celebrated by many East and Southeast Asian cultures, including Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and others.
It is a time for families to come together, honor ancestors, and wish for good fortune in the coming year.
The date of Lunar New Year varies each year as it is based on the cycles of the moon.
Festivities often include lion dances, dragon dances, giving red envelopes containing money, and enjoying special meals with symbolic foods.
Chronological List of the 12 Zodiac Animals
- Rat
- Ox
- Tiger
- Rabbit
- Dragon
- Snake
- Horse
- Goat (sometimes Sheep or Ram)
- Monkey
- Rooster
- Dog
- Pig
Free Lunar New Year Word Search Activity Page
Download your free printable Lunar New Year word search and answer key below!
Simply click the links to download the PDFs.
Lunar New Year Word Search
Answer Key
I hope you enjoy this fun activity!
Happy Lunar New Year!
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