Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to apply arithmetic concepts to solve problems related to China.

Materials and Prep

• Pencil and paper
• Calculator (optional)
• Basic knowledge of arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

Activities

1. Chinese Currency Conversion:

   Research the current exchange rate between the Chinese yuan (CNY) and your local currency. Use this exchange rate to convert a given amount of CNY into your local currency. Practice adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing to perform the conversion.

2. Chinese Recipe Scaling:

   Select a traditional Chinese recipe and scale the ingredients based on the number of servings desired. Use arithmetic operations to adjust the quantities of each ingredient accordingly.

3. Great Wall Distance:

   Find out the total length of the Great Wall of China and calculate the average distance covered per day by assuming a certain number of days to complete the wall. Use division to find the average daily distance.

Eighth Grade Talking Points

• "China, officially known as the People's Republic of China, is the most populous country in the world with over 1.4 billion people."
• "The Chinese currency is called the yuan or renminbi. The symbol for yuan is ¥."
• "The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. It stretches over 13,000 miles and was built to protect China from invasions."
• "China has a rich culinary tradition with various regional cuisines. Some popular Chinese dishes include dumplings, fried rice, and Peking duck."
• "Chinese culture is deeply rooted in traditions and customs that have been passed down for thousands of years."
• "China has made significant contributions to the fields of science, technology, and art throughout history."
• "Learning about different cultures helps us develop a better understanding and appreciation for diversity."