Mandarin Home / Programs / Mandarin Why Mandarin? At The Rhoades School, we are proud to offer a fun and interactive Mandarin program for our preschool students. Learning a second language at a young age is a proven way to boost communication skills, cognitive development, and cultural awareness. Our students enjoy sessions filled with songs, stories, and activities like arts and crafts, traditional dance, and games. These activities help them learn Mandarin words and phrases while playfully exploring the culture. Our skilled teachers use simplified Mandarin characters. This makes it easy for new learners to follow. The program is a great way to help your child build language skills and explore a new culture! Frequently Asked Questions Is this Mandarin program suitable for children new to the language? Yes! Our Mandarin program is great for preschoolers, even if they have little or no experience with Mandarin. We use fun games, small group lessons, and hands-on activities to help them learn. They also build their confidence and social skills. These are the best years for learning a new language! Can children keep learning Mandarin after preschool? Yes! Our students can keep learning Mandarin in our private elementary and middle school. Our goal is to help them become bilingual and learn about the culture in an exciting way. What ages can participate in the Mandarin program? Our program is available for children ages 3, 4, and 5 years. Meet the Mandarin-English Teacher Ms. Chingyuk Lam Ms. Chingyuk Lam (Lin Laoshi) is a kind and caring Chinese educator from Hong Kong. She has been teaching for over 20 years in public and private schools. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Chinese Language and Literature, a Diploma in Education, and a Master’s degree in Teacher Education. Lin Laoshi is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, and Taiwanese, and specializes in K-12 Chinese curricula. She has a student-focused and engaging teaching style and is passionate about language education and lifelong learning. As a mother of three teenagers, she brings warmth and enthusiasm to her classroom. She enjoys traveling, trying new foods, and sharing her love of language with her students. 教师简介/教師簡介 / View in Mandarin
