Intermediate Chinese: Mandarin Immersion for Ages 11-14, Twice a Week

Take your Mandarin skills to the next level! In Intermediate Mandarin, students ages 11-14 will refine their language skills through engaging conversations, reading short texts, and writing practice. This class is designed for learners who already have a foundation in Mandarin and want to build fluency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Learners will explore topics such as hobbies, food, travel, and cultural traditions, with a focus on using Mandarin in real-world conversations.

This twice-a-week class provides immersive, interactive lessons that help learners gain confidence in their language abilities. Through role-playing, discussions, and storytelling, students will develop stronger comprehension and communication skills while deepening their understanding of Chinese culture.



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★★Class Topics★★

- Conversational Skills: Practice conversations in Mandarin on topics such as hobbies, food, travel, and daily life (e.g., 你喜欢什么? Nǐ xǐhuān shénme? – What do you like?). Learners will improve fluency by asking and answering questions in realistic scenarios.

- Reading Comprehension: Read short texts, dialogues, and stories to improve written Mandarin understanding. Texts will include cultural stories, fables, and real-world topics to build comprehension and cultural awareness.

- Writing Practice: Learn to write sentences and short paragraphs, focusing on sentence structure, grammar, and character formation. Practice will include writing about personal experiences, like favorite activities or trips.

- Vocabulary Expansion: Build practical vocabulary for conversations, including words related to hobbies, food, travel, and cultural elements (e.g., 饭馆 fànguǎn – Restaurant, 飞机 fēijī – Airplane).

- Grammar and Sentence Structures: Master complex sentence structures using conjunctions, prepositions, and descriptive phrases to add depth to conversations and writing.

- Listening Skills: Strengthen listening comprehension through teacher-led storytelling, role-play activities, and audio clips. Learners will practice understanding key information from spoken dialogues.

- Chinese Idioms and Proverbs: Explore commonly used Chinese idioms (成语 chéngyǔ) and proverbs to enhance cultural understanding and communication skills.

- Cultural Insights: Learn about Chinese traditions, festivals, customs, and etiquette, including greetings during holidays, the significance of zodiac animals, and traditional foods. Lessons will include insights into important cultural practices, such as greetings during holidays, the significance of zodiac animals, and traditional foods.



★★Class Structure★★

Each 50-minute session is designed to support listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through a variety of interactive activities:
- Welcome & Warm-Up (5 minutes): Begin with a warm-up conversation to get learners comfortable speaking Mandarin.
- Vocabulary and Sentence Practice (15-20 minutes): Introduce new vocabulary related to the day's theme, followed by sentence-building exercises. Learners will practice forming questions and answers to reinforce comprehension and fluency.
- Interactive Activity (15-20 minutes): Participate in role-playing exercises, read short texts, or engage in listening comprehension activities to strengthen understanding of real-world scenarios.
- Writing Practice (5-10 minutes): Practice writing characters, forming sentences, or creating short paragraphs based on the session’s vocabulary and theme.
- Cultural Insights (5-10 minutes): Explore Chinese idioms, proverbs, and traditions. Discuss how these cultural elements connect to the language and everyday life in China.
- Wrap-Up & Review (5 minutes): Recap key vocabulary, phrases, and cultural elements learned during the session. Provide time for learners to ask questions and receive feedback.



★★Language of Instruction★★

This class will be taught primarily in Mandarin Chinese, with English support provided as needed. Learners should have a solid foundation in basic Mandarin phrases and characters to get the most out of this class. The immersive approach encourages students to use Mandarin as much as possible to improve fluency and confidence.



★★Interactive Elements to Keep Learners Engaged★★

Our teachers create a supportive and interactive environment where learners can:

- Engage in Real-Life Conversations: Participate in guided conversations on topics like hobbies, travel, and food, practicing asking and answering questions in Mandarin.
- Read and Analyze Texts: Improve reading comprehension by exploring short stories, dialogues, and cultural texts.
- Practice Writing: Write Mandarin characters, sentences, and short paragraphs, reinforcing vocabulary and sentence structures.
- Explore Chinese Culture: Learn about Chinese idioms, proverbs, traditions, and customs through storytelling and discussions.
- Strengthen Listening Skills: Participate in listening comprehension exercises using teacher-led stories and audio clips.
- Ask Questions and Receive Feedback: Practice speaking and asking questions in a fun, low-pressure setting to build confidence and fluency.