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The Fastest Pig in the West in the Classroom: Zodiac Signs Lesson PlanThe Fastest Pig in the West in the Classroom: Zodiac Signs Lesson Plan
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The Fastest Pig in the West in the Classroom: Zodiac Signs

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Pupils explore Chinese culture by reading a story with their class. In this astrology lesson, students read a chapter from the book The Fastest Pig in the West and discuss the relevance of the Chinese zodiac in modern society. Pupils identify their own zodiac animal and practice writing with the appropriate Chinese character.

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linguistics, astrology, chinese culture, chinese art, chinese food, china

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astrology, chinese culture, fastest pig in the west, linguistics, zodiac signs, english language arts
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Grade
3rd - 6th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Duration
2 hrs
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Project-Based Learning
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