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Sagebooks: The Books That Helped My Children Learn to Read Chinese

Sagebooks: The Books That Helped My Children Learn to Read Chinese

By Betty
November 17, 2020

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.
Bilingual Bible Story: Noah’s Ark Books in Chinese and English

Bilingual Bible Story: Noah’s Ark Books in Chinese and English

By Betty
September 14, 2020

Review of Peter Spier's and Jerry Pinkney's Noah's Ark Books in Chinese and English! Gorgeous illustrations of this important bible story.
Best Chinese Picture Dictionaries for Kids and Parents!

Best Chinese Picture Dictionaries for Kids and Parents!

By Betty
June 27, 2020

Our favorite Chinese picture dictionaries have real, full-color photos, pinyin, and English to help kids and parents learn common Mandarin words!
Shapes Chinese Books 形状万花筒 in Simplified Chinese, Pinyin, and English

Shapes Chinese Books 形状万花筒 in Simplified Chinese, Pinyin, and English

By Betty
December 28, 2019

Shapes Chinese Books 形状万花筒 is an excellent series of books for the budding reader. Large Chinese characters are on separate pages from the cute and clever illustrations that kids will love! Each story concludes with a positive message as well as full English translation and pinyin reference.
Inspired by Her Child, An Author Writes Chinese Books with Pinyin and English

Inspired by Her Child, An Author Writes Chinese Books with Pinyin and English

By Betty
November 24, 2019

Looking for Chinese children's books with Pinyin and English? Katrina Liu's "Mina Learns Chinese" series is wonderful because it's inspired by her child.
Multilingual Books for Kids: Meet the Creator of Madeleine Editions

Multilingual Books for Kids: Meet the Creator of Madeleine Editions

By Betty
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

Chinese Books with Pinyin and English from Candied Plums Publishing

By Betty
February 14, 2019

Beautiful and thought-provoking Chinese picture books in simplified Chinese with Pinyin support and English translations!
Chinese Christmas Book Review: 一个不能没有礼物的日子 (Book + CD)

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

By Betty
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

Chinese Library Series – Simplified Chinese Readers with Pinyin & English

By Betty
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.
Taoshu Chinese Story Books and Narrated CDs for Children

Taoshu Chinese Story Books and Narrated CDs for Children

By Betty
July 18, 2018

Taoshu books are based on a popular Singaporean cartoon. The series has large font Chinese characters and nice audio narration - great for beginner readers!
DailyNoodles Chinese Activity Books for Kids

DailyNoodles Chinese Activity Books for Kids

By Betty
March 5, 2018

DailyNoodles Chinese Activity Books have fun crafts, coloring, and matching games! Chinese numbers and animals are taught in English.

Dr. Betty Choi CHALK Academy - 2

Hi! I’m Betty, a Chinese-American mom, believer, pediatrician, and writer.  I’m having fun learning Chinese with my children, and I love sharing multilingual resources and teaching tips!  I hope these ideas can help your family or school! Read More…

Great picture books for Women's History Month in English and Chinese for children

20 Picture Books for Women’s History Month in Chinese and English!

Effective Ways to Praise Kids Instead of "Good Job" (Chinese and English)

Effective Ways to Praise Kids Instead of “Good Job” (Chinese and English)

Disney songs and soundtracks in Chinese, Korean, English

Favorite Disney Songs and Albums in Mandarin Chinese, Korean, and English!

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