After completing this lesson, students will:
* know what a symbol is
* understand that the Chinese calendar is divided into cycles of 12-years, in which each year is represented by an animal
* be familiar with the story explaining the choice of the 12 zodiac animals
* understand that each animal of the calendar symbolizes certain character traits
* know that the Chinese associate the traits of each zodiac animal with people born in that year
* know their own signs within the Chinese zodiac
Today is the first day of the New Year on the Chinese lunar calendar. Each year of the calendar’s 16-year cycle is represented by an animal. According to the Chinese zodiac, people born during a given year share traits with that animal. 2010 is the year of the tiger. Those born under this year are supposed to be short-tempered, suspicious, adventurous, sensitive, emotional, and risk-takers.
This unit will teach students about the customs and culture of Chinese New Year.
To give extensive & intensive reading practice – stages 2, 3, 4
To give freer speaking practice – stages 1, 4
To review & expand vocabulary connected to describing character – stage
Students Will:
1. Assist in planning and preparing for the celebration.
2. Work together cooperatively in small and large groups.
3. Have fun!
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