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Mina has a brilliant idea for her puppy, but she can’t do it alone! She spends a fun-filled day with her grandpa, creating, building and developing their special bond. Join Mina and Gong Gong (grandpa) as they team up to bring her idea to life! This book showcases everyday dialog to support your child in Chinese learning. Written for children ages 2 to 6 in Simplified Chinese, Pinyin and English, this sweet story with vibrant illustrations is easy to follow. Your little one will learn common conversational sentences in Chinese as well as new vocabulary.
★ A fantastic Mandarin immersion resource for non-native speakers! ★
Give your child the opportunity to become bilingual! Research shows that learning a second language can boost problem-solving, critical thinking, listening skills, memory, concentration, ability to multitask, and even unlock more career opportunities. There are so many benefits when you start at a young age.
All of Katrina Liu’s books are intended for non-native speakers and parents interested in fostering the development of dual-language with their children. Each book contains vibrant full-color illustrations, large Chinese characters with Pinyin and English for support. They are written in everyday dialog making it easier for beginner learners to pick up the language.
♥ Check out other Mina Learns Chinese books at: minalearnschinese.com
[Book 1] Mina’s First Day of School – Mina goes to school for the first time! This book showcases the many ways of saying Yes and No in Chinese.
[Book 3] Mina’s Scavenger Hunt – Mina plays an exciting game of scavenger hunt as she searches around her home to collect a list of treasures. This interactive book is a great way to learn common adjectives in Chinese.
[Book 4] Mina’s Ups and Downs – It’s an exciting day at the carnival with Mina and her parents! With so much to do and see, Mina experiences a rollercoaster of emotions and feelings throughout the day.
[Book 5] Mina Goes to the Beach – Mina discovers the wonders of the oceanside! She has a blast splashing in the waves, collecting seashells, building sandcastles, and enjoying a tasty picnic!
Free audio readings in Mandarin Chinese are available at: minalearnschinese.com/pages/audio-readings
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Bilingual books for non-native speakers
Katrina’s books are specifically designed for non-native speakers, making Chinese fun and easy for all families.
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Experience the wonders of nature with this cute rhyming story that rhymes in both English and Chinese! Follow along with Mina as she plays a fun scavenger hunt and learn common adjectives in Chinese! A book about emotions! It’s Mina’s first time at a carnival and she experiences some big emotions on an exciting day! It’s the perfect day to enjoy the beach! Join Mina and her family as they have fun under the sun! Mina bakes a delicious cake with her family! What yummy ingredients will she use? It’s Popo’s birthday! Miles has to decide what special gift to give her. Perfect book to read with grandmothers!
Ideal Ages
2-6 years old 2-6 years old 2-6 years old 2-6 years old 2-6 years old 2-7 years old
Language
Simplified Chinese, Pinyin and English Simplified Chinese, Pinyin and English Simplified Chinese, Pinyin and English Simplified Chinese, Pinyin and English Simplified Chinese, Pinyin and English Simplified Chinese, Pinyin and English
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ASIN : B0851MBR68
Publisher : Independently published
Publication date : February 19, 2020
Language : English
Print length : 33 pages
ISBN-13 : 979-8615535697
Item Weight : 4 ounces
Dimensions : 8.25 x 0.08 x 8.25 inches
Part of series : Mina Learns Chinese (Simplified Chinese)
Customers say
Customers find the book’s illustrations adorable and appreciate its bilingual content, with one review noting the helpful pinyin and vocabulary words ranging from tools to colors. The story receives positive feedback for its cute storyline, with one customer highlighting how it portrays the bond between a grandfather and grandchild.
