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A person in traditional Chinese attire stands outdoors holding a bow and arrows, evoking the spirit of Mulan from The Ballad of Mulan, with a quiver at their side and a tree and mountains in the background.

“The Ballad of Mulan” Chinese and English Reading

This document includes “The Ballad of Mulan” written in Chinese characters, pinyin (romanized Chinese), and the English translation, providing a great opportunity to introduce to your classroom, not only the legend, but also the Chinese language.

Primary Source
A person is writing gold calligraphy in Vietnamese on a red envelope with a brush, wearing a green ring, at a wooden table—an elegant moment reminiscent of Omniglot’s celebration of world scripts.

Vietnamese | Omniglot

This resource guide provides an overview of the Vietnamese language, including its linguistic features and writing systems. It covers the history of Vietnamese script, offers sample texts and videos, and includes practical materials for learning Vietnamese phrases and words. The guide also provides links to further information and educational resources for deeper exploration of Vietnamese language and culture.

Student Resource
A map of eastern Asia on a globe highlighting Japan with a brown circle, perfect for Elementary Level Resources or Asia For Educators.

Elementary Level Resources: Japan | Asia For Educators

Asia For Educators, at Columbia University’s Weatherhead East Asia Institute, has compiled a collection of resources for K-5 teachers. This collection is centered around Japan and offers resources for a wide variety of subjects: geography, language, culture, history, science, math, literature, arts & crafts, and drama & dance. 

Teacher Resource
A globe highlighting China in red with a red circle around it, showing its location in Asia relative to neighboring countries—ideal for elementary level resources.

Elementary Level Resources: China | Asia for Educators

Asia for Educators, at Columbia University’s Weatherhead East Asia Institute, has compiled a collection of resources for K-5 teachers. This collection is centered around China and offers resources for a wide variety of subjects: geography, language, culture, history, science, math, literature, arts & crafts, and drama & music.

Teacher Resource
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