Chinese Games

Students explore the function of Chinese characters. In this language study lesson, students participate in a game that requires them to practice writing Chinese characters.

Gong hei fat choy! Celebrate Chinese New Year with a variety of activities that introduce learners to the Chinese myth of the race that determined which animals earned their place the zodiac.

How do different communities celebrate special occasions? After researching celebrations in their countries, class members investigate other festivals like those associated with Ramadan, Diwali, Chinese New Year, Halloween, Easter,...

Students create their own Chinese tangrams using in-class direction and prior knowledge in this two-day lesson for the early elementary classroom. Chinese toys are also explored.

Students identify inventions as coming from China. In this Chinese inventions activity, students are given a list of common items such as cast iron, a wheelbarrow, and the decimal system, then conduct research to identify where they...

Welcome to the land of contemporary sophistication mixed with rich ancient heritage: Malaysia. A blend of Malay, Indian, and Chinese cultures, one will never see so many sights, sounds, and tastes in any other country, or so they say!...

Fifth graders view examples of Chinese money and measurements and symbols that represent Chinese money. In this Chinese money lesson plan, 5th graders practice buying and selling items using Chinese characters.

Fifth graders complete activities with Chapter 9 of the book The Fastest Pig in the West by Randi Hacker. In this literature instructional activity, 5th graders discuss the concept of saving face and how it affects the main character's...

Young scholars study the history of Chinese technology by identifying when and where items were invented or discovered.

Learners view art images of Norman Rockwell's family traditions and celebrations. They search the internet for information, and complete reflective and creative writing and sketch assignments. Students recognize and name emotions shown...