Books about 12 Major Chinese Festivals (Simplified and Traditional Chinese)
Beautiful collection of Chinese Festivals Stories in simplified and traditional Chinese! These books give an authentic overview of Chinese holidays.
Best Potty-Training Books, Potty Seats, and Tips for Toddlers
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!
Rhythm and Tones: Inventive Chants and Songs for Learning Chinese
Rhythm and Tones: Chants and Songs for Learning Chinese is a fantastic book and CD for families starting the Mandarin Chinese learning journey!
Odonata Chinese Readers (1200 Simplified Chinese Characters) – Book Review
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.
The Fall of Freddie the Leaf (一片叶子落下来): Book Review & Activity
一片叶子落下来 (The Fall of Freddie the Leaf) is a beautiful, nature-inspired story about friendship and changing seasons in life and death. The simple-appearing picture book has a deeper meaning that children and adults of all ages can appreciate.
Tree and Autumn Books for Kids in Chinese and English
Beautiful tree and autumn books for kids in Chinese and English! Each of these Montessori friendly books are have realistic, detailed illustrations.
爱心树 (The Giving Tree) Review and Book-Based Activity
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.
满月 (Full Moon) – A Touching Story About a Young Chinese Adoptee
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
四五快读 is an excellent, low-cost curriculum that teaches 825 simplified Chinese characters through stories and various reading exercises. Our reading skills improved considerably thanks to this series!
Usborne Big Book of Colors (Chinese Version) Plus Color Learning Activities
孩子的彩色启蒙全书 (Usborne Big Book of Colors) is a fun, interactive book that teaches basic colors. Toddlers can enjoy a variety of color learning activities along with the book!