Chinese Brush Play
Teaches basic Chinese characters through playful art activities.
Description : Toddlers experiment with safe, non‑toxic paints and brushes to mimic Chinese calligraphy. Interactive activities help them learn a few basic characters while developing fine motor skills and an appreciation for cultural art.
Category : ForeignLanguages
Age : 5+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
**Module 1: Foundations of Chinese Brush Play** *Section 1: Introducing Brushes and Paint* - **Lesson 1: What is Chinese Brush Play?** - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Chinese Brush Play? - **Lesson 2: Safe and Non‑Toxic Materials** - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Safe and Non‑Toxic Materials *Section 2: Basic Brush Strokes* - **Lesson 1: Learning Simple Brush Strokes** - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Learning Simple Brush Strokes - **Lesson 2: Drawing Gentle Lines and Curves** - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Drawing Gentle Lines and Curves *Section 3: Understanding Chinese Characters* - **Lesson 1: Introduction to Basic Characters** - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Introduction to Basic Characters - **Lesson 2: Recognizing Strokes in Characters** - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Recognizing Strokes in Characters *Section 4: Colors and Creative Mixing* - **Lesson 1: Exploring Colors in Art** - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Exploring Colors in Art - **Lesson 2: Mixing Colors Safely** - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Mixing Colors Safely *Section 5: Fun with Brush Patterns* - **Lesson 1: Creating Simple Patterns** - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Creating Simple Patterns - **Lesson 2: Expressing Emotions Through Brush Strokes** - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Expressing Emotions Through Brush Strokes **Module 2: Enhancing Brush Control** *Section 1: Correct Brush Handling* - **Lesson 1: Holding the Brush Properly** - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Holding the Brush Properly - **Lesson 2: Practicing Empty Strokes** - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Practicing Empty Strokes *Section 2: Sweeping Movements* - **Lesson 1: Big and Bold Movements** - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Big and Bold Movements - **Lesson 2: Gentle, Smooth Lines** - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Gentle, Smooth Lines *Section 3: Fine Motor Activities* - **Lesson 1: Tracing Basic Shapes** - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Tracing Basic Shapes - **Lesson 2: Dots and Precision Practice** - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Dots and Precision Practice *Section 4: Interactive Brush Games* - **Lesson 1: Brush and Color Matching Game** - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Brush and Color Matching Game - **Lesson 2: Pattern Relay with Strokes** - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Pattern Relay with Strokes *Section 5: Rhythm and Brush Play* - **Lesson 1: Brush Strokes with Music** - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Brush Strokes with Music - **Lesson 2: Coordinating Brush and Sound** - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Coordinating Brush and Sound **Module 3: Exploring Chinese Characters** *Section 1: Simple Character Introductions* - **Lesson 1: Learning the Character for “Water”** - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning the Character for “Water” - **Lesson 2: Learning the Character for “Sun”** - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Learning the Character for “Sun” *Section 2: Characters in Nature* - **Lesson 1: Exploring “Tree” and “Flower”** - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Exploring “Tree” and “Flower” - **Lesson 2: Exploring “Mountain” and “River”** - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Exploring “Mountain” and “River” *Section 3: Understanding Stroke Order* - **Lesson 1: Basics of Stroke Order** - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Basics of Stroke Order - **Lesson 2: Practicing Order with Simple Characters** - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Practicing Order with Simple Characters *Section 4: Guided Character Tracing* - **Lesson 1: Tracing with Assistance** - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Tracing with Assistance - **Lesson 2: Developing Independent Tracing** - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Developing Independent Tracing *Section 5: Creating New Characters* - **Lesson 1: Combining Familiar Strokes** - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Combining Familiar Strokes - **Lesson 2: Inventing Simple Characters** - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Inventing Simple Characters **Module 4: Cultural Appreciation and Storytelling** *Section 1: The Story Behind the Art* - **Lesson 1: A Brief History of Chinese Calligraphy** - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: A Brief History of Chinese Calligraphy - **Lesson 2: Introducing Famous Characters** - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Introducing Famous Characters *Section 2: Symbolism in Brush Art* - **Lesson 1: Nature Symbols in Chinese Art** - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Nature Symbols in Chinese Art - **Lesson 2: Animals and Their Meanings** - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Animals and Their Meanings *Section 3: Storytelling Through Characters* - **Lesson 1: Simple Folktales with Brush Art** - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Simple Folktales with Brush Art - **Lesson 2: Creating a Visual Story** - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Creating a Visual Story *Section 4: Art Meets Music* - **Lesson 1: Drawing to a Gentle Tune** - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Drawing to a Gentle Tune - **Lesson 2: Expressing Stories with Colors** - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Expressing Stories with Colors *Section 5: Art Showcase Preparation* - **Lesson 1: Organizing a Mini Art Exhibit** - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Organizing a Mini Art Exhibit - **Lesson 2: Sharing Art with Friends** - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Sharing Art with Friends **Module 5: Creative Brush Play and Expression** *Section 1: Experimenting with Techniques* - **Lesson 1: Free Play with Brush Strokes** - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Free Play with Brush Strokes - **Lesson 2: Expressing Creativity Safely** - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Expressing Creativity Safely *Section 2: Exploring Unique Patterns* - **Lesson 1: Creating Custom Patterns** - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Creating Custom Patterns - **Lesson 2: Combining Colors and Strokes** - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Combining Colors and Strokes *Section 3: Mixed Media Brush Play* - **Lesson 1: Integrating Collage with Brush Art** - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Integrating Collage with Brush Art - **Lesson 2: Adding Stickers and Textures** - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Adding Stickers and Textures *Section 4: Personal Story Art* - **Lesson 1: Drawing a Favorite Scene** - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Drawing a Favorite Scene - **Lesson 2: Telling a Story Through Your Art** - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Telling a Story Through Your Art *Section 5: Celebration and Reflection* - **Lesson 1: Reviewing Our Brush Play Journey** - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Reviewing Our Brush Play Journey - **Lesson 2: Celebrating Creations and Growth** - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Celebrating Creations and Growth