This lesson is inspired by Alice Tsui’s children’s book titled We Are Golden 我们是金的. Through cross-cultural activities, students will be exposed to affirmations and how they can be used to support themselves and others during difficult times. While gaining exposure to this important social-emotional tool, students will engage with languages, instruments and music that celebrates Asian American heritage.

Lesson Paths & Learning Objectives

1. Singing "We Are Golden"

   • Identify China on a map
   • Learn to sing a song in Mandarin
   • Learn to say "We are Golden" in Mandarin
   • 15 minutes

2. Affirmations in Music

   • Understand the concept of affirmations
   • Listen for affirmations in music
   • Create your own affirmations
   • 15 minutes

3. Create Your Own Remix

   • Create and perform a remix
   • Understand similarities and differences between the guzheng and the banjo
   • 20 minutes