中学校中国語2年間コース

This immersive and engaging Mandarin Chinese class is designed for middle school students who have some foundational knowledge of the language. Meeting once a week, this class builds on previous vocabulary and grammar concepts while placing a greater emphasis on reading, writing, and expanding conversational skills.

Students will practice character writing, sentence-building, and interactive dialogues to strengthen their understanding of Mandarin Chinese. Each lesson incorporates engaging activities such as role-playing, storytelling, cultural exploration, and hands-on writing exercises to deepen comprehension and fluency.

Throughout the year, students will gain confidence in reading and writing Mandarin characters, constructing longer sentences, and engaging in everyday conversations on a variety of topics. They will also explore Chinese culture, traditions, and customs through interactive projects.


-Weekly Topic Breakdown-

--Unit 1: Everyday Communication & Review-- 

Week of September 1: Review & Expand Greetings and Introductions
Practice self-introductions, greetings, and polite phrases in longer sentences. Learn to write key greeting words in characters.

Week of September 8: Numbers & Age
Review numbers 1-20 and expand to 100. Practice asking and answering "How old are you?" in full sentences. Introduce character writing for numbers.

Week of September 15: Colors, Shapes, and Adjectives
Describe objects using colors and shapes. Learn to write key color words. Practice forming simple descriptive sentences.

Week of September 22: Talking About Family & Pets
Expand family vocabulary and introduce possessive structures. Write short sentences about family members and pets.

Week of September 29: Friends, Hobbies & Weekend Plans
Expand hobby vocabulary and practice conversational phrases like "What do you like to do?" Practice writing about personal interests.


--Unit 2: School, Daily Life & Practical Conversations--

Week of October 6: School Subjects & Schedule
Write and talk about favorite school subjects. Learn time-related vocabulary for talking about schedules.

Week of October 13: Food & Ordering at a Restaurant
Learn food-related vocabulary and practice ordering at a restaurant. Practice reading a simple menu in Chinese characters.

Week of October 20: Days, Months & Seasons
Use the calendar to discuss birthdays, seasons, and events. Write dates using Chinese characters.

Week of October 27: Animals & Zodiac Signs
Learn the 12 Chinese zodiac signs and their meanings. Write short descriptions of favorite animals.

Week of November 3: Weather & Describing the Seasons
Practice discussing the weather and seasons. Write sentences using weather expressions.

Week of November 10: Nature & Outdoor Activities
Expand vocabulary for outdoor settings and activities. Write about a favorite outdoor activity.

Week of November 17: Transportation & Giving Directions
Practice asking for and giving directions. Write simple directions using key transportation words.

Week of November 25: No Class (Fall Break) 


--Unit 3: Conversations & Cultural Learning--

Week of December 1: Travel & Vacation Plans
Role-play planning a trip. Write a short itinerary in Mandarin Chinese.

Week of December 8: Shopping & Bargaining
Practice phrases for shopping and bargaining in a market. Learn numbers beyond 100 and currency terms.

Week of December 15: Exploring Mandarin Chinese-Speaking Cultures
Learn about traditional holidays, customs, and etiquette. Write about a cultural tradition.

December 22 & 29: No Class (Winter Break)
December 22 & 29: No Class (Winter Break)

Week of January 5: Chinese New Year & Traditions
Explore the customs and greetings for the Spring Festival. Write a greeting card in Chinese characters.

Week of January 12: Daily Routines & Time Expressions
Talk and write about daily routines using time words and transition phrases.

Week of January 19: Manners & Social Etiquette
Learn polite phrases and role-play various social scenarios.

Week of January 26: Numbers & Counting in Context
Review numbers 1-1000 through practical applications like money, prices, and dates.


--Unit 4: Expanding Fluency Through Real-World Topics--

Week of February 2: Clothing & Describing Outfits
Learn clothing vocabulary and practice describing outfits in writing and conversation.

Week of February 9: Celebrations & Invitations
Practice inviting friends to an event and responding to invitations.

Week of February 16: Talking About Hobbies & Interests
Have discussions and write about personal hobbies in full sentences.

Week of February 23: Food Culture & Restaurant Role-Play
Learn about traditional Chinese dishes and practice ordering in a restaurant.

Week of March 2: Shopping Role-Play
Practice bargaining and making purchases in a real-world dialogue setting.

Week of March 9: Community & Neighborhood
Learn to describe places in a community and give basic directions.

Week of March 16: Home & Chores
Expand vocabulary for household chores and routines.

Week of March 23: Talking About Nature & the Environment
Discuss environmental issues and ways to help the planet in Mandarin Chinese.


--Unit 5: Advanced Conversations & Cultural Exploration--

Week of March 30: Sports & Physical Activities
Learn sports-related vocabulary and role-play a sports interview.

Week of April 6: Jobs & Future Aspirations
Discuss future goals and different professions.

Week of April 13: Travel Plans & Packing
Plan a trip and create a packing list in Mandarin Chinese.

Week of April 20: Art & Cultural Traditions
Explore Chinese art styles and create a project inspired by traditional paintings.

Week of April 27: At the Doctor’s Office
Practice medical vocabulary and role-play a doctor’s visit.

Week of May 4: Music & Entertainment
Discuss favorite music, TV shows, and movies in Mandarin Chinese.

Week of May 11: Around the World – Geography & Travel
Learn about Mandarin Chinese-speaking regions and describe travel destinations.

Week of May 18: Celebrating Special Occasions
Learn party-related vocabulary and write invitation cards.


--Unit 6: Mastery & Creative Expression--

Week of May 25: Writing Short Stories
Write a simple story in Mandarin characters.

Week of June 1: Role-Playing a Market Scene
Put learned skills into practice by creating a market dialogue.

Week of June 8: Dream Vacation Presentation
Present a dream vacation using learned travel vocabulary.

Week of June 15: Project: Create a Personal Journal
Write about a daily routine for a week in Mandarin Chinese.

Week of June 22: Chinese Folk Tales & Legends
Read and discuss a famous Chinese folk tale.

Week of June 29: Chinese Calligraphy and Writing
Learn about the history and art of Chinese calligraphy.

Week of July 6: Review & Cultural Reflection
Reflect on cultural aspects learned throughout the year.

Week of July 13: Writing a Letter in Chinese
Write a letter introducing yourself in Mandarin Chinese.

Week of July 20: Food Culture & Cooking
Follow a simple Chinese recipe and learn food-related phrases.

Week of July 27: Fairy Tales and Folktales
Explore classic Chinese fairy tales and folktales. 

Week of August 3: Writing Practice & Sentence Building
Focus on writing and structuring simple sentences in Mandarin. 

Week of August 10: Mandarin Tongue Twisters and Songs
Learn fun Mandarin Chinese tongue twisters to practice pronunciation. 

Week of August 17: Final Review and Celebration
Interactive games to review key concepts from the year.