An easy way to learn Chinese – with games and activities.

Most people will tell you understanding Chinese is hard, but this book makes learning this increasingly important language simple and fun. With simple tracing, diagrams, stories, and memorable phrases, it is designed for absolute beginners to master pinyin, allowing you to write and pronounce Chinese words while understanding pitch and tone, simple grammar rules, and basic vocabulary.

This practical, useful guide covers all the fundamentals of Mandarin Chinese and includes material needed to pass the HSK Chinese Proficiency Test Level 1. Discover Chinese characters, practice writing them, and explore the stories behind the ancient graphics. Fall in love with this fascinating language and ignite a passion for a captivating culture.

Chapters include:

• People: How to refer to yourself and others
• Time: Indicating and asking about time
• Encounters: Greetings, interactions, and introductions
• Travelling: Transport and places
• Food and Drink: Eating and shopping
• Home: Around the house and describing locations
• Activities: Actions and activities
• Descriptions: How to describe things, including the weather
• Work and Study: Learning and jobs

Each chapter includes a language lesson with Longlong the Dragon and Xiongmao the Panda, as well as an activity and an in-depth look at the basic characters. Written by Freya Yang, a native speaker and enthusiastic language teacher, the book features original, engaging, and easy-to-follow activities.

Using simple, easy-to-understand games and a friendly conversational style complemented by fun illustrations, this modern language book is perfect for enthusiastic beginners.

Pages: 128, Year of Publication: 0301, Dimensions: 18.9x18.9cm