Chinese Language & Culture Basics
Basic Chinese language lessons provide a foundation in vocabulary and cultural context.
Description : In this course, learners receive essential Chinese language instruction focusing on everyday phrases and cultural context through engaging, interactive activities.
Category : ForeignLanguages
Age : 10+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Foundations in Mandarin Language & Culture
Section 1: Greetings and Introductions
- Lesson 1: Basic Greetings
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 Basic Greetings
- Lesson 2: Self Introductions
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 Self Introductions
Section 2: Pronunciation and Tones
- Lesson 1: Understanding Mandarin Tones
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Understanding Mandarin Tones
- Lesson 2: Pinyin Basics
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Pinyin Basics
Section 3: Numbers and Basic Vocabulary
- Lesson 1: Numbers 1-10
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Numbers 1-10
- Lesson 2: Essential Vocabulary
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 Essential Vocabulary
Section 4: Everyday Phrases
- Lesson 1: Expressing Thanks & Apologies
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Expressing Thanks & Apologies
- Lesson 2: Common Questions
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Common Questions
Section 5: Chinese Characters and Calligraphy
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Characters
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Introduction to Characters
- Lesson 2: Basic Stroke Order
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 Basic Stroke Order
Module 2: Everyday Communication
Section 1: Asking Simple Questions
- Lesson 1: Formulating Yes/No Questions
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 Formulating Yes/No Questions
- Lesson 2: Using Question Words
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 Using Question Words
Section 2: Describing Everyday Activities
- Lesson 1: Describing Daily Routines
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 Describing Daily Routines
- Lesson 2: Talking about Hobbies
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 Talking about Hobbies
Section 3: Food and Dining
- Lesson 1: Ordering in a Restaurant
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Ordering in a Restaurant
- Lesson 2: Common Food Vocabulary
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 Common Food Vocabulary
Section 4: Shopping and Markets
- Lesson 1: Bargaining Basics
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Bargaining Basics
- Lesson 2: Shopping Phrases
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Shopping Phrases
Section 5: Directions and Transportation
- Lesson 1: Asking for Directions
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Asking for Directions
- Lesson 2: Public Transport Terms
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Public Transport Terms
Module 3: Cultural Insights and Practices
Section 1: Festivals and Holidays
- Lesson 1: Overview of Chinese Festivals
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 Overview of Chinese Festivals
- Lesson 2: Mid-Autumn Festival
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 Mid-Autumn Festival
Section 2: Arts and Crafts
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Chinese Calligraphy
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 Introduction to Chinese Calligraphy
- Lesson 2: Traditional Crafts
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Traditional Crafts
Section 3: Music and Dance
- Lesson 1: Traditional Music
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Traditional Music
- Lesson 2: Folk Dances
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Folk Dances
Section 4: History and Landmarks
- Lesson 1: Famous Historical Sites
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Famous Historical Sites
- Lesson 2: Basic Chinese History
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Basic Chinese History
Section 5: Daily Life and Etiquette
- Lesson 1: Social Etiquette
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Social Etiquette
- Lesson 2: Traditional Customs
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Traditional Customs
Module 4: Building Conversational Skills
Section 1: Practice Dialogues I
- Lesson 1: Simple Conversations
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Simple Conversations
- Lesson 2: Role-playing Greetings
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Role-playing Greetings
Section 2: Practice Dialogues II
- Lesson 1: Shopping Conversations
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Shopping Conversations
- Lesson 2: Dining Scenarios
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Dining Scenarios
Section 3: Storytelling and Narration
- Lesson 1: Telling a Short Story
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Telling a Short Story
- Lesson 2: Narrating Daily Events
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Narrating Daily Events
Section 4: Expressing Emotions
- Lesson 1: Describing Feelings
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Describing Feelings
- Lesson 2: Simple Compliments
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Simple Compliments
Section 5: Revising and Recapping
- Lesson 1: Review Session I
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Review Session I
- Lesson 2: Interactive Recap
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Interactive Recap
Module 5: Integration and Interactive Activities
Section 1: Cultural Immersion
- Lesson 1: Virtual Museum Tour
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 Virtual Museum Tour
- Lesson 2: Exploring Historical Sites
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Exploring Historical Sites
Section 2: Language Games
- Lesson 1: Word Matching Games
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Word Matching Games
- Lesson 2: Pinyin Challenges
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Pinyin Challenges
Section 3: Arts Integration
- Lesson 1: Basic Chinese Painting
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Basic Chinese Painting
- Lesson 2: Crafting Chinese Fans
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Crafting Chinese Fans
Section 4: Cooking and Cuisine
- Lesson 1: Simple Chinese Recipes
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 Simple Chinese Recipes
- Lesson 2: Food-related Vocabulary
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Food-related Vocabulary
Section 5: Project and Presentation
- Lesson 1: Group Project: My Chinese Culture
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Group Project: My Chinese Culture
- Lesson 2: Final Presentation
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Final Presentation