Introduction
Chinese culture is ancient and rich. It is thousands of years old and has a vast influence on East Asian culture. China and its cultural influence are globally visible today in the Chinese language, literature, music, dance, philosophy, ceramics, and cuisine. Not only these, Chinese business etiquette, architecture, religion, politics and history are also widely studied. Chinese traditions and festivals are also celebrated globally.
There is truly a treasure to explore in Chinese culture for children. Growing up in an environment that doesn't use the Mandarin Chinese language as frequently, it is natural for children to develop no or minimal interest in learning about the language and culture. We at LingoAce, have created a conducive environment to overcome this obstacle through interactive learning techniques.
Ways to explore the Chinese culture for children
Through engaging activities
Activities are the best way to acquaint children with a new culture. Books and lessons can be challenging, while activities break the boredom barrier. Under the supervision of our experts, your children can use their energy constructively, and at the same time, learn about Chinese culture. For example, engaging activities like celebrating the Chinese New Year, learning to use chopsticks and drawing Chinese art helps children to understand the significance of Chinese culture. The activities are designed according to each child's needs and unique abilities. Their interests and preferences are considered while selecting different activities for them.
For example, children with artistic inclinations can be encouraged to participate in Chinese art and craft, such as Chinese pottery, Dragon kite making, lantern making, Dragon puppet craft. Our experts are gentle and guiding while conducting these activities. Curiosity among children is encouraged as experts answer their questions about Chinese culture in a fun and easy way.
Through informative videos
Short, eye-catching, colorful and informative videos make the learning experience enjoyable. On our LingoAce YouTube channel, you can find a collection of engaging videos to help your child learn more about Chinese culture and the Mandarin Chinese language.
Features of Chinese culture can be assimilated into the lives of children through motion pictures. Audiovisual learning has been proved, time and again, to be more effective than any other method. According to statistics, colored images are more appealing and 95% more comprehensible for children.
Besides this, audiovisuals have also been observed to reduce anxiety and resistance to new things among children. Video learning helps them have an open mind and a positive approach to Chinese culture. Videos about Chinese folk stories, fun facts about China, travel guides to know more about China etc., can create an interest in Chinese culture for children.
Through online classes
New generation learning demands a technology-driven approach to learning. Online classrooms are convenient and accessible for both children and their parents. Introducing Chinese culture to children through online classes is a great way to overcome geographical barriers and bridge the cultural gap. Some features that make online learning so popular are:
Focused attention with a one-to-four classroom size. A new language and culture may bring a thousand questions to young minds. Our trainers are equipped to answer all their questions individually due to the small classroom size.
Interactive Classrooms. Modern-day classrooms are collaborative. Student participation is an important part of an interactive classroom. Teachers need to be trained to make the classroom environment comfortable enough for students to ask any questions and approach teachers without any hesitation. Teachers encourage peer-to-peer interaction to create discussion and brainstorming sessions within the classroom.
Easy Schedules. The attention span of students is delicate and developing. It is ineffective to create lengthy classes for children. Our classes are short and smart. They are attuned to the child’s ability to sit in one place and learn. Learning about Chinese culture can be broken down into bite-sized lessons and taught over a period of time suitable to the child. Homework is minimized so that learning does not become burdensome. At the same time, home-based learning on a frequency of twice a week is given to reinforce classroom learning.
Real-Time Teaching. Interactive classrooms are most effective when there is real-time interaction between teachers and students. Learning about the culture of China from a pre-recorded video of a person speaking cannot be compared to real-time interaction and feedback between teacher and student. Our teachers are trained to be attentive to your child’s verbal and nonverbal cues and provide immediate feedback. This allows children to connect with the teachers to create a wholesome experience.
Progress Reports The performance of your child is regularly monitored and shared with parents to gain more understanding about their learning pace. Progress reports are a way to keep parents involved in their child’s learning journey. Classes are recorded for the benefit of the parent and child to review the child’s progress.
Through other learning resources
Elements of Chinese culture can be brought out through attractive learning resources like animations, multimedia, apps, infographics, rhythms, short stories, coloring books, etc. These are known as learning resources because they help children to retain information in their memory for a long time. Traditional learning methods like textbooks and lectures are also used for older children.
Through Chinese cuisine
Food is a wonderful way of exploring Chinese culture for children. A lot about a country’s culture reflects in what they eat and how they eat it. Chinese cuisine has developed over thousands of years to reach the delicious flavor it has today. There are special foods that are popular among children. These include dumplings, noodles, steamed buns and rice.
Introducing your children to these dishes can be an amazing way to open their minds and taste buds to Chinese culture. The culture includes not only the food but also how it is prepared and table manners. The use of chopsticks is also a skill that needs to be learned to appreciate Chinese food. Thus, Chinese cuisine is a great way to introduce children to Chinese culture.
As you can see, there are numerous ways to help your child to explore Chinese culture. Even though it is tough to hold their attention, some resources can facilitate this process and make it fun for you and your child. Learning about a new culture can develop many skills in children at a tender age. Our cutting-edge technology, combined with our highly trained teachers, brings out the easiest way to learn about Chinese culture for children. It moves beyond traditional ways of teaching and emphasizes practical methods such as activities, videos, multimedia, interactive classrooms, and more.
If you also want to introduce your child to the Mandarin Chinese language, LingoAce is your perfect partner.
At LingoAce, each lesson your child takes with us is a product of over 100 hours of curriculum creation, courseware production, mock teaching, teacher training and quality control (QC) rounds.
Experience a redefined Mandarin Chinese learning experience first-hand through a free trial lesson with us today.
