Realistic Chinese Books Archives • CHALK Academy

Best Potty-Training Books, Potty Seats, and Tips for Toddlers

March 16, 2019

I successfully potty-trained my first child in 2 days before age 2, and am happy to share our experience and general pediatrician tips! Find out about our recommended potty seats and favorite potty story books in this post!

爱的小秘密 Chinese Picture Book for Kids

March 4, 2019

爱的小秘密 is a realistic, poignant story about a girl who longs for her mother. Feelings of fear, disappointment, relief, and love are palpable and relatable for readers of all ages.

数学帮帮忙 Chinese Math Story Books (Bilingual Simplified Chinese and English)

February 17, 2019

数学帮帮忙 Math Matters is a series of stories for children that teaches math! The books show that we can learn numbers at any time with friends and family!

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

January 20, 2019

A relatable and engaging story about a girl named Grace who learns about the importance of persistence, focus, and patience. Highly recommended Chinese books for kids!

Chinese Books for Kids – 阿波林的小世界 (A Bo Lin’s Small World)

December 14, 2018

阿波林的小世界 is an adorable set of picture books that teaches simple Chinese language about everyday life. This is a wonderful set for young Chinese-speaking kids!

Translated Japanese Stories about Growing Up – Chinese Picture Books

November 21, 2018

Relatable and funny set of 3 Chinese picture books, original translated from Japanese. Both of my kids (ages 2-5) love the stories about getting haircuts, tooth falling out, and getting sick!

Books about 12 Major Chinese Festivals (Simplified and Traditional Chinese)

November 10, 2018

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

Thanksgiving Books for Young Children in English & Chinese

November 1, 2018

A few lovely picture books about Thanksgiving in Chinese & English! These books have realistic illustrations and focus on gratitude.

爱心树 (The Giving Tree) Review and Book-Based Activity

October 17, 2018

The Giving Tree is a timeless, poetic story about a generous tree and a growing boy with changing needs and interests. Reading video and learning activity included with this book review.

Tree and Autumn Books for Kids in Chinese and English

October 15, 2018

Beautiful tree and autumn books for kids in Chinese and English! Each of these Montessori friendly books are have realistic, detailed illustrations.

千里之行，始于足下。 A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.