Chinese New Year folklore

The are many interesting folklore stories connected to Chinese New Year and although some may vary slightly, the general theme and intentional learning tool attached to the stories are almost always identical. Most folklore tales are popularly passed down from generation to generation, and it is not uncommon to realise, through the years some distortions, and exaggerations have occurred. Nonetheless, the telling of folklore tales is a great and enthralling way to spend the Chinese New Year holidays. It is also a good way to link the origins of each superstition to its conception.