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Chinese Language
This handout provides a very simple introduction to the two primary Chinese languages, Mandarin and Cantonese. It also includes two Chinese symbols.
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Zhuang: China's Largest Minority
Students, in groups, research Chinese ethnic minorities such as the Zhuang population. They identify the characteristics of different ethnic groups and consider the lives of ethnic groups worldwide.
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The Language Garden
Students explore threats to minority languages. In this global studies lesson, students read an article about minority languages in the world. Students then complete tasks to show their comprehension of the article. The reading is not...
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Finding Meaning in the Badge
Children who are three to five years old study two rank badges from the Qing dynasty to develop an understanding of social rank, language skills, and symbolism. The lesson is discussion-based and requires learners to compare and contrast...
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The Cultural Geography of East Asia
Students use information from the Asia Society's AskAsia Web site to explore the cultures of China, Japan, and Korea. They answer four questions and then use what they have learned to write a letter of introduction to a Japanese exchange...
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Beyond Chopsticks and Rice
Students explore the stereotypical American images of China. In this English and World History lesson, students read a novel to become familiar with China and its people. Students research various events in China's history and report...
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Embroidery As A Form Of Art
Students create a "class quilt" using techniques learned from the study of Asian textile practices in this six-day instructional activity for upper-elementary school. This instructional activity requires parent volunteers.
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Glossopedia: China
China is the second largest country in Asia with the largest population in the world. This article discusses China's long history, many inventions, and basic cultural information. China's varied topography is introduced as well as...
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Class Flow: National Geographic Survey
[Free Registration/Login Required] How much do you know about the world around us? Questions provided by National Geographic Survey. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/roper2006/findings.html