Flexible Resources for Your Middle School Mandarin Curriculum

Help your students build real-world Mandarin skills through lessons, activities, and cultural experiences designed to fit seamlessly into your middle school curriculum.

Get Middle Schoolers Excited About Mandarin!

Mandarin opens a window to one of the world’s most dynamic languages and cultures. Our middle school program goes beyond memorization—students learn to communicate, explore authentic culture, and make real-world connections. Designed to integrate with your existing curriculum, Meg helps educators bring Mandarin to life and spark curiosity in every learner.

Our online Mandarin programs for middle school students come in two distinct formats:

Journeys Live delivers real-time Mandarin lessons to your classroom, led by China-based instructors via Zoom. Lessons are paired with our Journeys platform, which includes additional resources to reinforce what students learn in class. It’s a flexible way to offer Mandarin instruction, with meaningful cultural context woven into every session.

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Journeys is a self-paced digital platform, featuring interactive video lessons, pronunciation tools, 3D games, and cultural activities for middle schoolers. Lessons are flexible and age-appropriate, supporting your existing Mandarin curriculum with resources that encourage exploration, confidence, and cultural curiosity.

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How Our Programs Support Your Middle School Mandarin Curriculum

Our Mandarin lessons help middle schoolers build real-world conversational skills while exploring the sights and sounds of Chinese-speaking cultures.

Builds Core Language Skills

Students develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through interactive lessons and engaging activities. Our programs help students improve tonal pronunciation, recognize Chinese characters, and build vocabulary.

Cultural Context in Every Lesson

We make learning about Chinese culture exciting and approachable. Students will explore festivals like Chinese New Year, discover regional cuisine, and experience traditional music in ways that feel meaningful and accessible.

Technology That Enhances Learning

To support your middle school Mandarin curriculum, we provide students with immersive digital tools, like 3D games and virtual explorations. These experiences feel familiar and engaging, giving teachers resources that work in real classrooms.

Trackable Progress for Every Student

Built-in assessments and progress tracking help educators monitor student growth, identify learning needs, and keep goals on track!

What Educators Are Saying About Meg Languages

Hear directly from educators about how our programs are making an impact in middle school classrooms!

“By using Meg Languages we not only expand our students’ language proficiency but also nurture empathy, cultural appreciation, and cognitive flexibility. Meg Languages empowers our students to embrace the world with open hearts and minds, laying the foundation for lifelong learning and meaningful interactions with all.”

Dr. Sara Najarro, Executive Director Teaching, Learning & Accountability at Glendora Unified School District

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Our team is here to help you find a solution that works for your school and fosters meaningful language learning experiences for students.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grades are your Middle School Mandarin programs for?

Our programs are designed to support your school’s Mandarin curriculum from Grades 6-8. Our programs are also available for elementary and high school students.

How does Meg incorporate cultural learning into their Mandarin curriculum resources?

Cultural exploration is woven throughout our programs. In Journeys, students discover real-world traditions and customs through engaging digital activities, including interactive games and 3D experiences. In Journeys Live, students connect directly with China-based teachers who share authentic insights from their home, bringing culture to life in real time.

What technology do schools need to use Meg’s programs?

With Journeys Live, our online Mandarin lessons are delivered via video conferencing software like Zoom. Students can access the Journeys platform on any internet-connected device. If you have any issues, our Customer Solutions team is ready to help!

What academic standards are Meg’s programs aligned with?

To support your middle school Mandarin curriculum our courses align with state standards, ACTFL, and the International Baccalaureate framework. This alignment ensures students meet academic requirements while building a strong foundation for continued language learning in high school.

Do middle school teachers need to know Mandarin to use Meg’s programs?

No, teachers don’t need to speak Mandarin to use Meg’s programs in a middle school Mandarin class. Live instruction is led by experienced instructors based in China, while classroom teachers facilitate and support students during each session. Many educators say they enjoy learning alongside their students as they explore the language together. Our Journeys platform is used as a companion to our Live lessons, but it can also serve as an independent resource for certified language teachers.