Students learn about Golden Rule of Reciprocity by comparing quotes from the major world religions. Students then create a bumper sticker with their own saying. more
This lesson introduces a well-known folk tale, with renditions from India, the United States, and West Africa. After analyzing the versions, students write their own didactic story based on the formula, but focused on a contemporary setting. more
A very interdisciplinary unit on teaching Cinderella stories from around the world. Students learn about cultures, literary devices, probability--and write their own Cinderella story reflective of their identity/culture as a culminating activity. more
Learn about a double drum that's found in cultures throughout the world. Through this flexible lesson, learn about the mechanics, methods, and musical qualities of a tabla by creating a "tube-la" in class. more
What can maps tell us about how its creator perceives the world? This simple lesson uses a historical map as a point of study and introduces key elements in a map (scale, symbols, orientations) in a hands-on way. more
A short lesson--featuring some famous Chinese poems--that help students understand the difference between how many Westerners view nature versus how many Chinese (particularly Daoists and the literati) felt about the natural world around them. more
This one-hour activity challenges the perception that China has only recently become a 'modern' nation. more
Use the much-loved game of Bingo to give your students practice listening for clues and drawing conclusions. more
Children learn about cool animals from throughout Asia while sharpening their memory skills. more
Learn about Lunar new Year in Vietnam and why it is an especially good time to review good manners. Tet 2010 is February 14. more
Chinese Language in the Schools
