The Great Wall, Pandas, and Chinese Words You’ll Love
China is full of famous sights and animals and they all come with fun words to learn in Mandarin! From giant walls to cuddly pandas, these cultural treasures make learning Chinese exciting and memorable for kids.
Climb the Great Wall (长城 – cháng chéng)
The Great Wall of China is one of the longest structures ever built. It stretches across mountains and deserts and is a symbol of strength and history.
Kids can learn the word:
- 长城 (cháng chéng) – Great Wall
You can also talk about walking, climbing, or imagining ancient soldiers protecting the land!
Meet the Panda (熊猫 – xióng māo)
Everyone loves pandas, and they are native to China! These black-and-white bears are often seen eating bamboo and rolling around playfully.
Word to learn:
- 熊猫 (xióng māo) – Panda
Children can draw pandas and practice saying their name in Mandarin while pretending to feed them bamboo.
More Fun Chinese Words to Try
- 中国 (zhōng guó) – China
- 北京 (běi jīng) – Beijing
- 朋友 (péng yǒu) – Friend
These words help kids connect what they see in pictures or stories with the language they’re learning.
Dinolingo’s Chinese program helps kids ages 2–14 learn words through cultural themes like the Great Wall, Chinese animals, and traditions. With songs, videos, and games, kids remember vocabulary by linking it to real-world images.
The course is available on web, iOS, and Android and includes printable worksheets for offline creativity and fun.
Creative Activities to Try
Panda Mask Craft
Make a panda face with paper plates and practice saying “xióng māo” every time you wear it.
Great Wall Challenge
Use blocks or cardboard to build a mini Great Wall at home. Walk a small toy figure across it and say “cháng chéng” together!
When kids see, hear, and say Chinese words connected to exciting landmarks and animals, learning becomes an adventure.
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