Mandarin Chinese
Welcome to KLA 2021-2022 Secondary Chinese Class!
In this introductory class, students will learn to talk about themselves in Mandarin and experience Chinese culture through authentic materials!
We learn that there are 8 basic strokes in Chinese character writings. Students practice writing with Chinese calligraphy brushes on tracing pads.
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We celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival on August 15th of the Lunar Calendar. Students learned the 3 legends about Mid-Autumn Festival and show their understanding of the celebration by making a Rabit lantern which shows the drawing of the legends.
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Confucius is an influential Chinese teacher and philosopher. His teaching in human relationships and virtues still plays an important role in Chinese society. Students learn about the 4 fundamental virtues in this student-centered activity.
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IMG_9975.MOVWhat is your name?
Students select a background image as their scenario in which they ask the name of a new friend and share their own name.
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Chinese Cities
Students research and present information about major cities in China. We learn about local foods, attractions, weather, population, and fun facts of these important places.
Lunar New Year - Year of the Tiger!
Students celebrate the Spring Festival with this Paper-Cut craft, which is one of the UNESCO Chinese Cultural Intangible Heritage.
Color Review with Twister!
We have fun reviewing the 4 primary colors with Twister! See how students are trying their best to win!
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Mother's Day (Family Day) Project - Blue and White Pottery
Students learn about the history and beauty of the Blue and White Pottery and made a paper plate project with the motif. Wish all famiies who receive this special art a wonderful day knowing that studnets have you in their mind!