First Grade:
Greetings to our adorable first-grade students as you embark on your journey into the realm of Mandarin. Throughout this semester, we will immerse ourselves in the beauty of Chinese songs and poems. Starting with the enchanting greeting song, we will discover the art of exchanging pleasantries and expressing politeness in Chinese. Through melodious tunes, we'll unravel the names of facial features and body parts in the language. The wisdom of ancient poems will grant us insight into the rich tapestry of Chinese cultures. Moreover, we'll embrace the skill of counting from one to a hundred, unlocking a fundamental aspect of the language.
Second Grade:
Welcome to the second year of Mandarin! In this phase of our journey, we'll revisit and reinforce the songs and poems we acquired during the previous year. Throughout this semester, our focus will shift toward the art of writing Chinese characters, commencing with the exploration of fourteen fundamental strokes. In response to popular demand, we're excited to incorporate more Origami into our activities as well!
Third Grade:
Having thoroughly reviewed numbers ranging from 1 to 100, we are now prepared to delve into the world of the Chinese abacus. Our next focus will be on mastering the multiplication tables using the abacus, beginning with the 2s and 3s. Anticipation builds as we embark on this journey, and we are eager to witness the extent of our progress!
Fourth and Fifth Grade:
At the start of this semester, we engaged in basic conversations to enhance our vocabulary skills. Moving forward, our class will delve into the practice of using the Chinese abacus to master the concept of the timetable.
Sixth Grade:
This marks the commencement of our middle school journey. Throughout this academic year, our class is set to expand our vocabulary and delve into crafting uncomplicated sentences. Through dedicated conversational exercises, we aim to proficiently grasp the material with a focus on enhancing our oral communication abilities. Additionally, we are working towards cultivating the aptitude to compose straightforward sentences in writing.