人教版（2019）必修 第一册Unit 5 Languages around the world Reading and Thinking 课件(共27张PPT)

(共27张PPT)
Reading and Thinking
Book 1 Unit 5
Explore the Chinese Writing System
Teaching Objectives
By the end of this class, students will be able to:
Draw a timeline of the development of Chinese writing system
Analyze the importance of Chinese writing system
Correctly use the vocabulary like factors, symbol etc.
Cultivate a stronger sense of cultural confidence
Reading and Thinking
Book 1 Unit 5
Explore the Chinese Writing System
Learning Objectives
By the end of this class, you will be able to:
Draw a timeline of the development of Chinese writing system
Analyze the importance of Chinese writing system
Correctly use the vocabulary like factors, symbol etc.
Cultivate a stronger sense of cultural confidence
In your opinion, what is China known for
ancient civilisation
What makes it possible for our generations to appreciate ancient civilization
the Chinese writing system
Written Chinese
oracle
Ancient symbols carved on animal bones and shells.
They can date back to over 3000 years ago.
Guessing
water
mountain
sun
fire
Guessing
people
sheep
ox
moon
Look at the title and picture below. Predict what the text will be about.
What is Chinese writing system
Chinese writing system and its development/ importance
Skimming
Find the main idea of each paragraph.
The Chinese writing system is one of the main factors why Chinese civilisation has survived into modern times.
Written Chinese was a picture-based language.
The writing system became well-developed.
The writing system became unified.
Written Chinese connects China’s present with its past.
The Chinese language is helping spread China’s culture and history.
Para 1
Para 2
Para 3
Para 4
Para 5
Para 6
Skimming for the structure
Divide the passage into three parts and get the main idea of each part.
①
②
③
④
⑤
⑥
The introduction
topic
___________________ of the Chinese writing system
The development/history
___________________ of the Chinese writing system
The importance
What’s the text type
A.Narration(叙述文) B.Argumentation(议论文) C.Exposition (说明文)
Reading for the introduction
(Para.1) China is widely known for its ancient civilization which has continued all the way through into modern times, despite the many ups and downs in its history. There are many reasons why this has been possible, but one of the main factors has been the Chinese writing system.
but
Topic:
The Chinese writing system is __________________
__________ why Chinese civilisation has survived into modern times.
one of the main
factors
Scanning for the details
How is the passage organized (order)
In order of time
At the beginning
By the Shang Dynasty
Over the years
In Qin Dynasty
Today
How did the Chinese writing system develop
a picture-based language
a well-developed writing system
different forms
in one unified direction
still used in communication
Reading and Thinking
What role does the Chinese writing system play in the history of China
Written Chinese has also become an important means by which China’s present is connected with China’s past.(para.5)
Importance
important part of Chinese culture
of great importance
important means
important part of Chinese culture
in uniting the Chinese people and culture
by which China’s present is connected with its past
The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be seen…, known as Chinese calligraphy
appreciate China’s culture and history through this amazing language
Look at para 4-6, underline the expression of importance.
Written Chinese
connects
present
past
Thinking
Does the author hold a positive or negative attitude towards the Chinese writing system
Supporting details:
an important means
appreciate China’s culture and history
The high regard for the Chinese writing system…
Chinese calligraphy has developed along with China’s __________. It is difficult to say when exactly calligraphy started. Chinese writing was first done by _________ symbols onto bones and shells, but as it developed into a writing ________, it also developed as a form of art done with a brush. It is believed that Chinese calligraphy ____________ to at least the Han Dynasty (202 BCE-220 CE). Soon after that, the idea developed that calligraphy was not only a beautiful art form but also a _________ of showing the character of the “man behind the brush”. Today, anyone from small children to old people can enjoy practicing the __________ art of Chinese calligraphy.
Can you help us
Students from Confucius Institute want to write an introduction about Chinese calligraphy to their teachers and classmates. But they know little about it.
Chinese calligraphy has developed along with China’s __________. It is difficult to say when exactly calligraphy started. Chinese writing was first done by _________ symbols onto bones and shells, but as it developed into a writing ________, it also developed as a form of art done with a brush. It is believed that Chinese calligraphy ____________ to at least the Han Dynasty (202 BCE-220 CE). Soon after that, the idea developed that calligraphy was not only a beautiful art form but also a _________ of showing the character of the “man behind the brush”. Today, anyone from small children to old people can enjoy practicing the __________ art of Chinese calligraphy.
system carving means
dates back classic civilisation
civilisation
carving
system
dates back
means
classic
Word Game
Guessing the meaning of the underline words in the sentences. Then look in the text for the words they related to.
1. Many Chinese characters symbolize their meanings, unlike English words which are spelt out according to how they sound.
2. The basic forms of the English writing system are known as letters.
3. A unified writing system is considered to be an important part of civilised society.
4. Learning Chinese calligraphy will increase your appreciation of Chinese culture.
symbol
base
civilisation
appreciate
Summary
the Chinese writing system
one of the reasons why Chinese civilization goes on till today
P1
the past
the present
at the beginning:
in Shang Dynasty:
over the years:
in Qin Dynasty:
P2
P3
P4
P5
P6
connecting:
the past with the present
an art form: calligraphy
help to spread China’s culture and history
a picture-based language
a well-developed language; in different forms
in one unified direction
Self-assessing
Can I...
1.Draw a timeline of the development of Chinese writing system
2.Analyze the importance of Chinese writing system
3.Correctly use the vocabulary like factors, symbol etc.
4.Cultivate a stronger sense of cultural confidence
Self-assessing
Can I...
1.Draw a timeline of the development of Chinese writing system
2.Analyze the importance of Chinese writing system
3.Correctly use the vocabulary like factors, symbol etc.
4.Cultivate a stronger sense of cultural confidence
Self-assessing
Can I...
1.Draw a timeline of the development of Chinese writing system
2.Analyze the importance of Chinese writing system
3.Correctly use the vocabulary like factors, symbol etc.
4.Cultivate a stronger sense of cultural confidence
Self-assessing
Can I...
1.Draw a timeline of the development of Chinese writing system
2.Analyze the importance of Chinese writing system
3.Correctly use the vocabulary like factors, symbol etc.
4.Cultivate a stronger sense of cultural confidence
Homework
Compulsory homework:
Write a letter to your foreign friend Daniel to introduce Chinese character’s history for him.
Optional homework:
According to the writer, the Chinese writing system is one factor that has helped the Chinese language and culture survive. What do you think are some of the other factors
Thanks for your attention!