What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. A task will be given at the end of each day. Any returned work will be marked and feedback.Progress Report
Progress Reports available upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Elementary Mandarin Chinese Full Year is a lively and engaging Mandarin Chinese class designed for elementary students, with classes held once a week. This program is specifically tailored to beginners to help them develop a strong foundation in the Mandarin Chinese language through interactive, fun, and hands-on activities. The core of each class focuses on a specific set of vocabulary words, such as numbers, colors, animals, or basic greetings. These words are introduced through interactive activities like flashcards, stories, and games. Students can see, hear, and participate in the learning process. The class also incorporates elements of Mandarin Chinese culture and traditions to make the learning experience more holistic. Students might learn about celebrations, food, or customs from Mandarin Chinese-speaking countries. Elementary Mandarin Chinese Full Year aims to make learning Mandarin Chinese not just educational, but also a delightful adventure. It fosters a love for the language and an appreciation for different cultures, making it a rewarding experience for elementary students. Week of September 2nd: Greetings and Introductions Learn basic greetings: hello, goodbye, and introductions like “My name is”. Week of September 9th: Numbers 1-10 Introduce numbers 1-10 in Mandarin Chinese through fun activities and counting games. Week of September 16th: Colors and Shapes Learn the names of common colors in Mandarin Chinese through coloring activities and explore basic shapes in Mandarin Chinese, such as circle, square, and triangle. Week of September 23rd: Family Members Introduce family member vocabulary: mother, father, brother, sister, etc. Week of September 30th: Friends and Hobbies Learn how to talk about friends and hobbies with phrases like “my friend” and "I like”. Week of October 7th: School and Classroom Vocabulary related to school supplies and classroom objects. Learn the names of school subjects like math, science, and art. Week of October 14th: Food and Drinks Introduce basic food items such as pizza, apple, and ice cream. Learn the names of common drinks, including water, juice, and milk. Week of October 21st: Days of the Week Teach the days of the week in Mandarin Chinese and discuss activities on different days. Week of October 28th: Months of the Year Introduce the months of the year and relate them to seasons. Week of November 4th: Animals Names of common animals: dog, cat, bird, etc. Learn animal sounds in Mandarin Chinese. Week of November 11th: Weather Learn how to describe the weather using phrases like "It's sunny” and "It's cloudy”. Week of November 18th: Nature Explore words related to nature, such as tree, flower, and river. Week of November 25th- NO CLASS Fall Break Week of December 2nd: Transportation Vocabulary related to different ways of getting around, such as car, bus, and bicycle. Week of December 9th: Directions and Locations Learn basic directional phrases like right and left. Week of December 16th: Cultural Awareness Introduction to Mandarin Chinese-Speaking Countries- Explore a few Mandarin Chinese-speaking countries, their flags, and basic cultural facts. Week of December 23rd- NO CLASS Winter Break Week of December 30th- NO CLASS WinterBreak Week of January 6th: Traditional Games and Activities Engage in traditional Mandarin Chinese games and activities. Week of January 13th: Basic Conversations Simple Phrases for Everyday Situations- Teach students how to have simple conversations, such as ordering food or asking for help. Encourage students to participate in role-playing activities to practice real-life scenarios in Mandarin Chinese. Week of January 20th: Manners and Politeness Being Polite- Polite phrases: please, thank you, excuse me, etc. Role-Playing polite interactions in various situations. Week of January 27th: Numbers and Counting Numbers 11-20- Introduce numbers 11-20 in Mandarin Chinese through fun activities and counting games. Week of February 3rd: Numbers 1-20 Fun activities, counting games, and conversations involving numbers 1-20 Week of February 10th: Clothing and Dressing Up Clothing items: shirt, pants, shoes, etc. Describing what one is wearing. Week of February 17th: Celebrations Learning about traditional celebrations in Mandarin Chinese-speaking countries, such as the Chinese New Year, Spring Festival, Lantern Festival, etc. Week of February 24th: Traditions Participating in a simple cultural activity related to one of the following celebrations: the Chinese New Year, Spring Festival, Lantern Festival, etc.. Week of March 3rd: Hobbies and Leisure Vocabulary for hobbies and leisure activities. Role-Playing- Discussing personal interests and favorite pastimes. Week of March 10th: At the Market Shopping vocabulary, including fruits, vegetables, and common items. Week of March 17th: At the Market Role-Playing Role-playing shopping scenarios. Week of March 24th: Community and Neighborhood Vocabulary related to community and neighborhood settings. Week of March 31st: Community Project Describing one's neighborhood and community along with an art project about one’s neighborhood and community. Week of April 7th: Around the House Vocabulary for rooms and objects in the house. Role-Playing- Describing daily routines and household chores. Week of April 14th: Nature and Environment The World Around Us- Expanding nature-related vocabulary. Week of April 21st: Habitats Learning about ecosystems and the environment. Week of April 28th: Sports and Games Vocabulary for sports and games. Role-Playing- Discussing favorite sports and physical activities. Week of May 5th: Travel and Vacation Travel-related vocabulary and phrases. Week of May 12th: Dream Vacation Planning a dream vacation project. Week of May 19th: At the Doctor's Office The Doctor's Office- Basic medical vocabulary and phrases. Role-Playing- medical scenarios. Week of May 26th: Music and Entertainment Learning about traditional music in Mandarin Chinese-speaking countries, such as guoyue, Chinese folk music, etc. Week of June 2nd: Entertainment Participating in a simple cultural activity related to one of the following types of music: guoyue, Chinese folk music, etc. Week of June 9th: Jobs and Professions Vocabulary for various jobs and professions. Role-Playing job-related scenarios. Week of June 16th: Art and Culture Exploring famous artists and cultural traditions. Participating in a creative arts project. Week of June 23rd: Numbers 21-30 Introduce numbers 21-30 in Mandarin Chinese through fun activities and counting games. Week of June 30th: Numbers 1-30 Fun activities, counting games, and conversations involving numbers 1-30 Week of July 7th: Around the World Mandarin Chinese-Speaking Countries- Learning about Mandarin Chinese-speaking countries and their geography and cultures. Week of July 14th: Cultural Project Art project inspired by one of the following Mandarin Chinese-speaking countries learned about. Week of July 21st: Food Culture Traditional Dishes- Exploring traditional dishes from Mandarin Chinese-speaking countries. Week of July 28th: Chinese Recipe Preparing a simple Chinese dish. Week of August 4th: Celebrations Parties- Vocabulary for birthday parties, singing “Happy Birthday”, invitations Week of August 11th: Party Planning Planning a birthday party; such as food, entertainment, etc. Week of August 18th: Cumulative Review Review of key concepts through games to reinforce learning. Students can share their favorite moments, projects, or experiences from the year. After each class, students will receive a set of digital resources, including worksheets, flashcards, or links to online games to practice what they've learned during the class.
Learning Goals
You'll learn Mandarin from basics to cultural insights, covering greetings, everyday life, family, travel, and more. Engaging activities make learning enjoyable!
Other Details
Supply List
Details about any resources or material will be posted in the classroom a week before the lesson starts.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
10 teachers have teaching certificates
Alabama Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Kentucky Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Kansas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Texas Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate
Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
9 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of West Alabama
Master's Degree in Education from Saginaw Valley State University
Master's Degree in Education from American International College
Master's Degree from Duke University
Master's Degree in Education from University of Houston Clear Lake
Master's Degree in Education from Lesley University
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Houston-Clear Lake
Master's Degree in Civil Engineering from University of Ottawa
Master's Degree in Special Education from Moreland University
11 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Montevallo
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Mount Holyoke College
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Asbury College
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Furman University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Longwood University
Bachelor's Degree in English from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Houston Clear Lake
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Whitworth University
Bachelor's Degree from Angelo State University
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Angelo State University
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Bohai University, China
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from University of Missouri
Teachers are native language speakers or have at least 20 years speaking the language fluently with at least 5 years experience teaching it as an additional language.
Here is a link to a document with all of Wild and Unstructured Learning's teachers. They are listed alphabetically in the document.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zItA4QLkRR6dfhOEMzBjrWW_Zssk9Yz5B90Nstuli0c/edit?usp=sharing
Reviews
Live Group Class
$33
weekly1x per week
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-10
2-10 learners per class