Chapter 13: Learn Mandarin – My Classroom 我的教室 (wǒ de jiào shì)

1. Key Vocabulary – Classroom Words

Here are some easy words to start with: 👉 Tip for parents: Point to these objects in your child’s real classroom or study corner at home and say the words together.

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2. Short Phrases to Practice

• 我是学生 (wǒ shì xué shēng) – I am a student.
• 他是老师 (tā shì lǎo shī) – He is a teacher.
• 这是书 (zhè shì shū) – This is a book.
• 我有一个朋友 (wǒ yǒu yí gè péng yǒu) – I have a friend.

Encourage your child to role-play being a teacher or student while practicing these sentences—it makes learning fun! 🎭

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3. Fun Activity – Classroom Hunt

🎲 Activity Time:

• At home, prepare some classroom items (a book, pencil, chair, etc.).
• Say the Mandarin word out loud.
• Ask your child to find and touch the correct object.

This game helps children match sounds with real objects, building stronger memory connections.

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4. Rhyme for Kids 🎶

Here’s a simple chant: “书在桌子上， 笔在椅子旁， 老师在教室里， 学生学得忙。” Repeat with actions (pointing or placing items). Kids love the rhythm!