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Mastering the skill of telling time in Chinese opens doors to effective communication and seamless integration into daily life. Whether it’s meeting a friend for lunch or catching a train, understanding the vocabulary of time is crucial. Let’s explore these elements and how to tell time in Chinese effectively. Basic Numbers and 点钟 (Diǎn Zhōng) […] The post How to Tell Time in Chinese appeared first on Chinese For Kids ..read more

In Chinese, telling time is an essential skill. One of the basic concepts is expressing “o’clock” time in Chinese. And trust me, as long as you know the basic numbers, say, how to count 1-12 in Chinese, it is very easy. In Chinese, when you want to say it’s a certain hour, you start with […] The post Introducing “O’clock” Time in Chinese appeared first on Chinese For Kids ..read more

Have you ever looked at Chinese characters and wondered how they came to be? Well, let’s take a journey back in time to explore the fascinating evolution of Chinese pictographic characters and why they are so important to learn. Evolution of Chinese Pictographic Characters source：wikipedia Thousands of years ago, ancient Chinese people communicated through pictures […] The post Charting Through Symbols: Exploring Chinese Pictographic Characters appeared first on Chinese For Kids ..read more

Learning Chinese characters might seem like a daunting task, but for kids, it’s like discovering a treasure trove of magic symbols that hold the key to a whole new world. In this article, we’ll explore why learning Chinese characters is important for kids, how to tackle the first hundred characters, and which basic characters every […] The post Unlocking the Magic of Chinese Characters for Kids appeared first on Chinese For Kids ..read more

Step outside the classroom into nature’s embrace. Learning Chinese can be an adventure, especially for children in non-Chinese environments. Let’s discover how outdoor experiences can make Mandarin lessons exciting. Here are some ideas for you: Nature-themed Chinese Vocabulary Hunts Take your kids to a nearby park or nature reserve and have them search for and […] The post Ideas for Outdoor Learning: Taking Chinese Lessons Beyond the Classroom for kids appeared first on Chinese For Kids ..read more

As winter fades away, the arrival of spring brings with it a burst of new life. The once-dormant landscape slowly comes to life, with the grass turning green and the trees budding with new leaves. The air is filled with the sweet aroma of blooming flowers, and the sound of birds chirping fills the sky. […] The post Embrace Spring: Learn Mandarin Chinese Amid Blossoming Opportunities appeared first on Chinese For Kids ..read more

Learning vocabulary is an essential part of mastering any language, and when it comes to Chinese, fruit is a fundamental category worth exploring. Let’s delve into some basic Chinese fruit vocabulary and fun ways to study them. Introduction to Basic Fruit Names in Chinese Fruit is 水果 (shuǐ guǒ). Below are the basic fruit children […] The post Fruit in Chinese – Learn Basic Fruit Names in Chinese appeared first on Chinese For Kids ..read more

A child develops Chinese literacy in 5 phases. Understanding the different phases of a child’s literacy development is crucial for effectively supporting their Chinese language learning journey. In short, a child’s Chinese literacy development will start at pre-reading phase, then go through emergent reading phase, early reading phase, transitional reading phase, and eventually reach fluent […] The post 5 phases of Chinese literacy development: A Guide for Parents and Educators appeared first on Chinese For Kids ..read more

In the journey of language acquisition, reading stands as a cornerstone skill, especially for young learners. For Chinese beginning learners, the process of learning to read can be both daunting and exhilarating. However, with the right approach, reading can transform from a challenge into a powerful tool for language acquisition and cultural immersion. In this […] The post Unlocking the Power of Reading for Young Beginning Chinese Learners appeared first on Chinese For Kids ..read more