complete 3 requirements to earn this patch
1. Locate China on a map. What
continent is it on? What is the capital city? Learn about the languages
in China; say “Hello“ or “Goodbye“ in the native language. What is the
monetary unit they use for buying items? Identify China’s flag.
2. China’s most recognizable landmark
is the Great Wall. Who was responsible for building it? Create a diorama
or model of the Great Wall or draw a flat map of its location.
3. The Chinese have made many contributions
to the world through their various discoveries and inventions. Research
several of the contributions that China has given to the world. Some ideas
include making your own paper, learning how to use a compass, flying a
kite, hosting a tea party, painting your own china or pottery or creating
your own paper money.
4. China calls their country “Zhong
Guo”. Research the meaning of “Zhong Guo” and how China decided on this
name. Learn the names of two major rivers in China and where they are
located. For extra fun, color or draw a map of China.
5. A typical city in China was surrounded
by a moat or a high wall. Some examples of housing were huts or houses
with open fronts or frames. In the wealthy areas, there were larger homes
with nearby Pagodas (temples). Design your own ancient Chinese town or
construct a pagoda from cardboard.
6. Though there are many different
dialects and ways to communicate in China, the primary language spoken
is Mandarin. Try writing a word using the Chinese lettering or learn a
few words in a Chinese dialect.
7. China’s origin can be traced
back to 2000 B.C. Its history is divided into dynasties ruled by emperors.
In the 6th dynasty, Confucianism was introduced. Confucius, a well known
philosopher, taught his disciples that respect and proper behavior are
very important. Learn more about Confucius and quote one of his famous
sayings. “Confucius says....”
8. Did you know that noodles and
dumplings originated in China? Rice is the basis of most Chinese meals.
Find out other foods they make or enjoy. Try some chinese food or learn
how to use chopsticks. Some examples are: Green Tea ice cream, pan fried
noodles, Lo Mein, Dim Sum, fried rice, Moo Shi chicken, Pork buns, Peking
Duck, or Won Ton Soup.
9. Numerous holidays are celebrated
throughout the year honoring many different people or things. Some examples
are: New year, Ching Ming Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, and Moon Festival.
Visit a cultural celebration or re-creation of one of these events OR
learn why they celebrated the holiday. For extra fun, you can create a
drawing, or art project, such as Chinese lanterns, or food, such as moon
cakes, that depict a Chinese celebration. You can also learn which animal
you are on the Chinese Zodiac.
10. China has many traditional toys
and games. The national sport of China is Ping Pong. Some other games
are Zhuazi, similar to jacks, Xiang Qi, Chinese Chess, tai chi , relaxation
exercises, card games, kung fu and homemade kites. There are several other
games and pastimes enjoyed by the Chinese. Learn about other pastimes
or toys in China OR Play a game they might play in China.
11. The Chinese produced silk as
early as 1500 B.C. Today you can see beautiful silk in different robes
and traditional clothing of their country. Learn more about the design
of Chinese clothing. Draw a picture of the clothing, or design your own
silk dress. Examples of clothing are located in the manual.
12. A form of traditional Chinese
writing is calligraphy, and is considered an art form. Research more about
the decorative arts or paintings of China. For fun, create an art project
of your own. Examples: Paper cut-outs, calligraphy writings, watercolor
painting, paint pottery, construct an item from clay or make jewelry.
13. The Chinese began putting on
plays, storytelling, staging puppet shows and operas as early as the 1200’s.
Do one of the following: Create your own song, sing a traditional song,
put on a show with puppets or marionettes, make masks and perform an opera,
read a traditional story or myth from the Chinese culture.