Homeschool Chinese: Pros & Cons of Distance Learning
For the past several years, we have enjoyed Mandarin Chinese lessons with a private instructor. We have generally met twice a week in his home...
Read MoreStorybook Club: First the Egg —— 先有蛋(coupon included)
Check out this week's story- First the Egg, in simplified Chinese version. Can’t read Chinese characters, but know pinyin? Click here to download the full...
Read MoreDiverse Learners, Differentiated Instruction
In a 21st century language classroom, traditional grammar-based language teaching has been deemed less effective when accounting for various learners’ needs. Creating a diverse...
Read MoreStorybook Club: Cornelius —— 鳄鱼哥尼流 (coupon included)
Check out this week's story- Cornelius, in simplified Chinese version. Can’t read Chinese characters, but know pinyin? Click here to download the full text...
Read MoreMotivation and Language Acquisition
The result of globalization has heightened the need to learn additional language(s) and has resulted in an increasing number of foreign language programs launching...
Read MoreHomeschool Chinese: Going to the Zoo
Some time ago, I shared with you a writing activity whereby my kids applied their Chinese writing skills in a personal journal activity. I also described...
Read MoreStorybook Club: David Gets in Trouble —— 大卫惹麻烦(coupon included)
What did you do when you get in trouble? Let's learn Chinese while reading about how David deals with troubles. Can’t read Chinese characters,...
Read More5 Favorite Classroom Activities for 中秋节
Are you ready for Mid-Autumn Festival? Today I am going to share with you the five most favorable hands-on activities that students will enjoy according...
Read MoreChinese Moon Festival Celebrations
Mid Autumn Festival (中秋节) is right around the corner! It is typically held on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month and this year that...
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