The Chinese language is intimately associated with Chinese history and culture. Understanding Chinese culture is essential for deeper understanding of the meaning of Chinese words and expressions. Besides teaching the Chinese language, CLSC also integrates cultural activities into our curriculum. As students explore the activities, they strengthen their experience with the Chinese culture and language in a positive and engaging way. CLSC offers cultural activities in a small group setting in and out of the classroom. Within the classroom, students learn Chinese poetry and music. Outside of the classroom, CLSC hosts a series of fun cultural activities, some of which are captured below.
Chinese Cooking
Chinese Calligraphy
Chinese Brush Painting
Chinese Knotting
Chinese Board Games
A Taiwanese dough figurine master provides instruction on the art form.
And More!
In addition, CLSC plans to host culture events to showcase the traditional art performance such as Shadow Puppetry (皮影戲) and hand puppetry (布袋戲) as well as the traditional sculpting art such as handmade dough figurines (揑麵人).