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Mandarin Bee’s PREP/PRI Age 6 to 12
ESSENTIAL Mandarin EXPLORER Program
ESSENTIAL Mandarin EXPLORER Program
A Mandarin LEARN & APPLY! Program
For age 6 to 12
The ESSENTIAL Mandarin EXPLORER program seamlessly integrates a robust Mandarin literacy curriculum LEARN with engaging, hands-on activities APPLY! This fosters effective learning, playful exploration and practical language use.
While some English is used for support, the goal is to maximise Mandarin exposure and practice through diverse real-life situations and experiences.
LEARN : ESSENTIAL Mandarin
Mandarin Bee's Foundational Mandarin
Literacy Program
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Recognise & Write Characters – Be familiar with essential Chinese characters through structured pinyin, bihua, jiegou practice.
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Build Vocabulary & Sentence Patterns – Develop key words and phrases to express ideas clearly.
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Improve Listening & Reading Comprehension – Strengthen understanding of spoken and written Mandarin.
APPLY : Thematic Skill-Based Learning
Use of Mandarin through hands-on activities in problem-solving, creativity and teamwork.
Goes Beyond the Classroom!
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BRAIN Builders – Use Mandarin in problem-solving, logic games and cognitive challenges.
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STORY Food/Craft – Reinforce Mandarin through storytelling, arts & crafts and hands-on baking.
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CHARACTER Builder - Build Mandarin confidence through teamwork, role-playing and values-based activities.
Details of each of the Themes - See Below
Why the ESSENTIAL Mandarin EXPLORER program?
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Designed for children in Australia - Ensures they learn, and actively use Mandarin.
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Encourages practical application - Bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world usage.
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Language learning is integrated into Themed Activities - Enhances and applies formal Mandarin learning in practical ways.
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Provides a fun, immersive experience - Makes Mandarin learning natural and enjoyable!
Thematic Skill-based Learning :
BRAIN Builders
STEM Activities
Children explore science, technology, engineering and Maths concepts through hands-on experiments and projects.
Conducted in Mandarin with English as the support language.
Thematic Skill-based Learning :
CHARACTER Builders
Positive values and social skills are fostered through fun and interactive games. These encourage cooperation, teamwork and respect for one another.
Conducted in Mandarin with English as the support language.
Thematic Skill-based Learning :
STORYTELLING - Food and Craft
We bring stories to life through creative foods and crafts. These enhance children's imagination and creativity while expanding their vocabulary.
Conducted in Mandarin with English as the support language.
