K3 Chinese Culture Event
Cantonese opera ornaments
Activity Objectives:
1. Learn about Cantonese opera as an intangible cultural heritage and its characteristics.
2. Understand the application of traditional Chinese musical instruments in Cantonese opera.
Event Introduction:
This activity introduces young children to Cantonese opera culture and its accompanying instruments. Through observing the characteristics of Cantonese opera costumes, children create their own exquisite Cantonese opera-themed ornaments. The activity aims to cultivate their interest in traditional opera and their artistic appreciation.
Pipa making
Activity Objectives:
1. Learn about the shape and timbre of the pipa, a traditional Chinese plucked string instrument.
2. Enhance young children's sense of rhythm and listening skills in Chinese classical music.
Event Introduction:
The activity introduces the traditional musical instrument "pipa" to young children. Through listening to excerpts from famous pieces, children can experience its unique timbre. Afterwards, children will make a model pipa, deepening their understanding of the instrument's appearance and cultivating their interest in music.
Mask making
Activity Objectives:
1. Understand the color meanings and pattern characteristics of Chinese opera masks.
2. Unleash your artistic creativity to design and paint personalized face masks.
Event Introduction:
This lesson introduces the different colors and patterns on Chinese opera masks and the characters they represent. Children will use a variety of colors to freely express themselves on blank masks, creating unique masks and demonstrating their creativity in traditional art.
Hourglass timer
Activity Objectives:
1. Understand the development of timekeeping tools in ancient China and the working principle of hourglasses.
2. To cultivate children's interest in scientific exploration and their sense of valuing time.
3. Develop children's hands-on skills and problem-solving abilities.
Event Introduction:
Guide young children to explore ancient wisdom and learn about the principles of the hourglass, a timekeeping tool. Children will assemble the hourglass themselves, observe the flow of sand, cultivate a spirit of scientific exploration, and develop a good attitude of cherishing time.
K2 Chinese Culture Event
Hui Chun Production
Activity Objectives:
1. Learn about the traditional custom of pasting Spring Festival couplets during the Lunar New Year and the meaning of auspicious words.
2. Experience the joy of writing and creating with a brush or ink.
Event Introduction:
This lesson introduces the custom of pasting Spring Festival couplets and the meanings of auspicious phrases during the Lunar New Year. Children will experience using a calligraphy brush to write simple words on paper, personally experiencing the characteristics of Chinese calligraphy and the festive atmosphere.
Dragon head mask making
Activity Objectives:
1. Understand the characteristics of the Chinese dragon and its symbolic meaning in traditional culture.
2. Encourage children to use their creativity and create three-dimensional art works using different materials.
Event Introduction:
The activity begins by introducing children to the physical characteristics and auspicious symbolism of the Chinese dragon. Afterward, children will unleash their creativity, using various materials and paints to decorate and create unique dragon head masks, thereby enhancing their artistic expression abilities.
Descendants of the Dragon — Dragon Totem
Activity Objectives:
1. Understand the meaning of "Descendants of the Dragon" and the historical and cultural background of the dragon totem.
2. To cultivate children's sense of belonging to the Chinese nation and their national identity.
Event Introduction:
Introducing the meaning of "Descendants of the Dragon" and the background of the dragon totem. Young children participate in artistic creation, collaging and piecing together dragon totems, thereby establishing a sense of belonging to Chinese culture.
Dragon Rod Making
Activity Objectives:
1. Learn about the characteristics and festive atmosphere of traditional dragon dance performances.
2. To improve small muscle flexibility and hand-eye coordination.
Event Introduction:
The activity introduces the lively atmosphere of a traditional dragon dance performance. Children use materials such as paper sticks, ribbons, and dragon head patterns to assemble and design their own dragon dance sticks. After completion, they can even simulate dragon dance movements and experience the joy of the festival.
K1 Chinese Culture Event
Gratitude Rice Bottle
Activity Objectives:
1. Learn about the growth process of rice and the hard work of farmers.
2. To cultivate in young children the virtues of treasuring food and gratitude.
3. It trains hand-eye coordination and small muscle development.
Event Introduction:
Through stories, young children learn about the origin of rice and understand that food is hard-earned. During the activity, children layer colorful rice grains into a bottle to create a beautiful "Gratitude Rice Bottle," thereby cultivating the traditional virtues of cherishing food and being grateful.
Interesting words
Activity Objectives:
1. To help children understand the pictographic features of Chinese characters and stimulate their interest in writing.
2. To cultivate children's observation skills and basic picture-text matching abilities.
Event Introduction:
Through vivid pictographic stories and picture card matching games, children are guided to explore the origins of Chinese characters. The activities use fun and interactive methods to help children connect pictures with simple Chinese characters, allowing them to experience the unique charm of Chinese characters and stimulate their interest in learning them.
Making glutinous rice balls
Activity Objectives:
1. Learn about the traditional custom and significance of eating glutinous rice balls on the Winter Solstice or Lantern Festival.
2. Develop hand kneading skills and promote sensory development.
Event Introduction:
The story introduces the custom of eating glutinous rice balls (tangyuan) during festivals and the meaning of family reunion. Young children will knead the dough themselves and experience the fun of making glutinous rice balls. The activity not only exercises their fine motor skills but also allows them to experience the atmosphere of Chinese festivals.
Braided bracelet
Activity Objectives:
1. Understand the characteristics and symbolism of traditional Chinese weaving techniques.
2. Enhance children's concentration and finger dexterity.
Event Introduction:
The activity introduces the auspicious meanings behind Chinese braided bracelets. Young children learn simple braiding techniques using colorful threads. This not only improves their concentration and finger dexterity but also allows them to create traditional lucky bracelets by hand.