Objectives:
You must be able to greet in Chinese.
You must be able to write two characters 
You must be able to read the syllables of learned sounds with correct tones

Step 1
Listen to the dialogue using Cyber Chinese or click here to study.

Step 2
Get familiar with the phonological system of the Chinese language.

http://www.instantspeakchinese.com/pinyin/index.cfm

Step 3
a. Introduction to Chinese characters

b. Stories of characters

c. Get familiar with the script system of the Chinese language.
d. Characters in Lesson 1 .你 好

e. Print the character sheet and practice writing  or see Prof. Jeff Winters animated characters (Lesson 1-3)

Step 4
Read the information about the Chinese language on page 6 and 7 of the texbook.

Step 5
Do your homework
 

For Fun: Watch video clip Nǐhǎo, Zàijiàn - Chance Meeting.