Students will learn common phrases and questions using Chinese in this ongoing class. Specific lessons will be posted each week and will cover topics such as introductory phrases, family names, numbers, weather, question words, food, colors, animals, emotions, and more. The class is fun and highly interactive! Students can always ask questions and make requests as time allows. Students will enjoy activities including drama, storytelling, music and movement, art and craft, and writing practice, all of which motivate competency in the four components of language learning (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) in a fun and enjoyable way.

Theme 1: Family names (Mom, Dad, brother, sister, etc...) Phrases used in the home such as "I love you" and "May I have a cookie?"

Theme 2: Number 1-10. We will practice sentences "How old are you?" and "I am ___ years old." number writing in Chinese.

Theme 3: All about animals! We will learn the most common animal names including pets. Students can request specific animals.

Theme 4: All about colors! "What is your favorite color? My favorite color is ____."

Theme 6: All about fruits "Which fruits do you like?" We will read the book about fruits.

This ongoing class is for learners who have basic mandarin skills.