SCAVENGER HUNT

We will be working on a unit on China.  As an introduction to China, you will work cooperatively in pairs to complete an online scavenger hunt related to China.  Click here to access the scavenger hunt.

A KID'S LIFE IN CHINA

It is important to learn about different cultures.

Today you are going to meet Goashuang who is 10 years old and lives in China.  By clicking here you will be reading about her culture.  Don't forget to look at the margins for interesting facts posted by Goashuang.

How is her life the same or different from yours?

Now it is your turn to share your lifestyle.  Click here to show the differences and similarities between your life and hers.

YOUR CHINESE NAME

See how your name would be written using Chinese characters and hear how your name would be pronounced in Chinese.  Click here to begin.

If you wish you can copy how your name is written in Chinese characters.  Chinese do not use letters of the alphabet; they use characters.

LEARN COMMON CHINESE LINGO

                        NEE HAO = hello

Every country has their own native language.  In China people speak Chinese either with a Cantonese or Mandarin dialect.  Click here to learn how to say common words and phrases like hello, etc. Practice your new lingo with someone who speaks Chinese.

GEOGRAPHY

China is the 4th largest country in the world.  Click the link China for an an overview of this interesting country.   (Make sure you click the Facts and Photos tab as well as the Video tab)

Click here to locate the map of China to see its landforms, its capital, main cities, and bodies of water.

Comment on 2 interesting facts you learned about China after viewing the sites above.

FAMOUS LANDMARKS

Among the great land of China are famous landmarks as well as natural and historical sites that are fascinating.  The landmarks are not within one region but stretch all over China.  Click here to view and read about the various landmarks.

After viewing the landmarks, there is sure to be one that impressed you.  Click here to post a picture of your favorite landmark and why?  

URBAN LIFE VS. RURAL LIFE

You will be reading about what life is like living in an urban city in China as well as what it is like living in an urban city in China as well as what it is like living in a rural environment.  Click the following links for urban life and rural life.


ASSIGNMENT:  LOVE IT OR LEAVE IT

After completing your readings, compare and contrast urban and rural life in China in the comment box below.  List reasons why 1) you would love living in both urban and rural areas (benefits) and 2) reasons why you would not want to live in either areas.

You should include facts from our online resources as well as your opinions.  Don't forget to give a reason for your opinions.