Chinese New Year Money Envelopes (Hong Bao)

Print the envelope templates and help kids cut out and fold them. Insert money or a special note.

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Chinese New Year Money Envelopes (Hong Bao)

The best gifts are handmade. Make this craft together and give it as a gift to a parent, grandparent, or your child's classmates.

This craft requires extra parent involvement and a watchful eye, because it may require sharp tools or intricate handiwork.

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Ages: 3-6

Materials

Kai-lan Chinese Money Envelope Templates
Zodiac Tiger Envelope Template
Scissors
Glue stick

Directions

Step 1
Print and cut out the money envelope templates. Cut a slit where designated.
Step 2
Fold along the dotted lines. Glue flap A over flap B. Glue the bottom tab over A.
Step 3
Insert money, gift card, gift certificate, or small gifts into the envelope, fold top flap down, and slide it into the slit.
Step 4
Say "Happy New Year!" or "Xin Nian Kuai Le!" while giving these "hong bao" to kids in the family or in the neighborhood!

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