Elementary China Unit Lessons

Posted by Megan Sheakoski Aug 11, 2008

Everyone has Summer Olympic fever this week! From the Opening Ceremonies to the swimming finals the whole world has been glued to their TV sets watching to see what will happen next. Bring this excitement into your classroom with lessons based on the Olympics.

Lessons about China and its people have never been more relevant. Students see China every day on television and are naturally curious about it. Use the Olympics as motivation to study the Chinese people and their country.

Elementary students learn best when they can relate to what they are studying. Topics such as clothing, food, school, sports, and games peak their interest and demonstrate how alike kids are around the world. Encourage students to compare and contrast their lives with the lives of Chinese students.

Present the information about China to students in a variety of ways to make learning fun. Have them use the internet to research Chinese recipes and games, watch movies and read books about kids in China, and play Chinese games. For the unit’s culminating activity the class can have a China party or write to pen pals in China.

The Summer Olympic Games provide the perfect opportunity to teach primary students about kids in China. Students see China on television everyday during the Olympics and are motivated to learn more about the country and its people. Learning about Chinese clothing, food, school, sports and games gives kids a greater understanding of and appreciation for different cultures.