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High School Group 2018 Unit Overview

Theme

Pet Lovers Unit 大家都爱毛小孩

Unit Overview 

Over the past ten years, China’s pet ownership has grown exponentially.  There are many factors affect a family’s or an individual’s decision to have a pet or not.  After reading, watching, and listening to a variety of sources on pets, including social groups, economic trends, and narratives, you will be able to explain the products, practices, and perspectives of Chinese people on the topic of pet ownership.  You will develop a business product or service to meet the needs of our community’s pets and/or animal pet lovers.

Enduring Understanding

Pets impact our lives and our economy.

Essential Questions

1. What type of people are pet owners in China?
2. How does pet ownership contribute to China's economy?
3. Why is it good to be a pet in China right now?

Targeted students

High School 9th - 12th grade students (AP students)
Speaking and reading proficiency at Intermediate-Mid to Intermediate-High

Time suggested

8 days of 45-minute classes