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Sagebooks: The Books That Helped My Child Read Chinese

By Betty Choi
July 22, 2019

Sagebooks is an excellent curriculum that uses spaced repetition and short stories to teach kids how to read 500 Chinese characters and basic sentences. Simplified and traditional Chinese versions are available.

巧虎 (Qiaohu / Ciaohu) – 10 Reasons to Like This Chinese Program (VIDEO)

By Betty Choi
June 26, 2019

巧虎 (Qiaohu) is a popular Chinese show for children. The monthly subscription includes DVDs, workbooks, and toys that encourage Mandarin learning.

Multilingual Books for Kids: Meet the Creator of Madeleine Editions

By Betty Choi
May 29, 2019

Madeleine Editions is a multilingual, multimedia publisher that specializes in charming Tales in Music for children ages 3-7. Eva Lou, the creator, shares her passion for creating unique eBooks and behind-the-scenes production process.

Chinese Books with Pinyin and English from Candied Plums Publishing

By Betty Choi
February 14, 2019

Beautiful and thought-provoking Chinese picture books in simplified Chinese with Pinyin support and English translations!

“Grace Said” Chinese Picture Books in Simplified and Traditional Chinese

By Betty Choi
January 20, 2019

A series of relatable and engaging stories about a girl named Grace who learns about the importance of persistence, focus, and patience.

Chinese New Year Books, Audiobooks, & Workbooks for Kids!

By Betty Choi
January 5, 2019

Chinese New Year holiday through books, audiobooks, and activity books for kids in Chinese and English! So many great books to learn about Spring Festival!

Chinese Christmas Book Review: 一个不能没有礼物的日子 (Book + CD)

By Betty Choi
December 3, 2018

一个不能没有礼物的日子 is a touching Chinese Christmas story about a bear family that finds joy in discovering gifts of familiar items. The book comes with a CD and has a wonderful message for children.

Chinese Library Series – Simplified Chinese Readers with Pinyin & English

By Betty Choi
November 28, 2018

Chinese Graded Readers of the Chinese Library Series is an excellent set of books for beginner Chinese learners. Pinyin & English translations accompany the simplified Chinese text.

Books about Major Chinese Festivals (Simplified and Traditional Chinese)

By Betty Choi
November 10, 2018

Beautiful collection of Chinese Festivals Stories in simplified and traditional Chinese! These books give an authentic overview of Chinese holidays.

Odonata Chinese Readers (1200 Simplified Chinese Characters) – Book Review

By Betty Choi
November 9, 2018

My daughter enjoyed the 红蜻蜓学前阅读计划 Odonata Chinese Leveled Reading Series, a story-based curriculum that teaches 1200 Simplified Chinese characters. The series comes with workbooks, flashcards, and CDs which can be purchased separately.

Rhythm and Tones: Inventive Chants and Songs for Learning Chinese

By Betty Choi
November 3, 2018

Rhythm and Tones: Chants and Songs for Learning Chinese is a fantastic book and CD for families starting the Mandarin Chinese learning journey!

满月 (Full Moon) – A Touching Story About a Young Chinese Adoptee

By Betty Choi
October 8, 2018

满月 is a moving story about a Chinese adoptee that meets her new parents when the moon is full around the time of Mid-Autumn Festival. This beautiful book will be meaningful to kids and parents.

四五快读 Review & How We Used Si Wu Kuai Du as Non-Native Chinese Speakers

By Betty Choi
October 6, 2018

四五快读 is an excellent, low-cost curriculum that teaches 825 simplified Chinese characters through stories and exercises. My daughter was ready for Chinese bridge books after this series!

加油小米啦 Chinese Chapter Books for Kids

By Betty Choi
October 4, 2018

加油小米啦 (Jiāyóu! Xiǎo Mǐla / You Can Do It Little 米啦!) is a series of early chapter books with funny, relatable stories in simplified Chinese and Pinyin.

多多和他的超级妈妈 (DuoDuo & His Super Mom) + 多多和他的超级爸爸 (DuoDuo & His Super Dad)

By Betty Choi
August 19, 2018

多多和他的超级妈妈 (DuoDuo & His Super Mom) and 多多和他的超级爸爸 (DuoDuo & His Super Dad) are adorable and relatable books for children learning Chinese. Written by a Chinese author, each story explores common events that children experience with their parents and encourages family bonding.

Chinese Book Review: Health Guides 影响孩子一生的健康书

By Betty Choi
July 8, 2018

影响孩子一生的健康书 series consists of 8 books with beautiful illustrations that both of my kids love! This series focuses on various aspects of health in a child-friendly way.