Learning Resources

NPCR: Your Path to Learning Chinese!

NPCR is a dynamic textbook series for native English speakers, featuring six volumes and 70 lessons. Covering beginner to intermediate levels over three years, it follows the NOTCFL Syllabus and HSK Guidelines. Dive into real Chinese culture with characters like Ding Libo and Lin Na, and enjoy practical language use from the start. Emphasizing pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary, NPCR videos introduce innovative methods for learning characters while integrating listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. With flexible materials and abundant practice resources, NPCR makes mastering Chinese engaging and effective!

Start your journey today! 

Discover Everyday China with Happy Chinese (快乐汉语; kuàilè hànyŭ)! 

Check out the Happy Chinese S1 Daily Life Chinese series from CCTV, perfect for advanced learners! This charming 2009-2010 sitcom follows Susan, a young American exploring Chinese culture and daily life. Each of the 116 episodes features engaging, natural-paced dialogues and essential vocabulary.

Enjoy twice-per-episode language tips: a Chinese-English example sentence and brief grammar instruction. Plus, fun animated sequences with the show's characters reinforce the lessons without advancing the plot. 

Immerse yourself in authentic Chinese conversations and culture—start watching today!

Learn Mandarin with Growing Up with Chinese (成长汉语; Chéngzhǎng hànyǔ)!

Tune in to Growing Up with Chinese, a fantastic TV program on CCTV-News (now CGTN), designed for teens eager to learn Simplified Mandarin. With 100 episodes, each 15 minutes long, this series focuses on the 300 most commonly used phrases in Mandarin.

Every episode features three essential phrases and a lively skit that’s replayed twice for better understanding. Perfect for engaging and effective language learning, this show combines practical phrases with entertaining drama to make mastering Mandarin fun and easy.

Start your Mandarin journey today!

Happy Chinese: Fun Learning Videos for Kids  (快乐汉语; kuàilè hànyŭ)! 

These engaging videos are designed specifically for kids, making language learning fun and effective. With vibrant animations, interactive games, and simple, kid-friendly content, children will enjoy mastering basic Chinese skills. The videos cover essential vocabulary, everyday conversations, and cultural insights through delightful stories and songs. Each video promotes active participation, helping kids learn while they play. Start your child's Chinese learning journey with Happy Chinese and watch them thrive in a playful and educational environment!

Discover more and begin learning today!

Explanatory Video: HSK 1 Standard Course Textbook 

Welcome to the explanatory video on the HSK 1 Standard Course Textbook! This resource is designed to help beginners embark on their journey to learn Mandarin Chinese, preparing you for the HSK 1 proficiency test. 

HSK 1 Standard Course Textbook. (Audio)

Welcome to the HSK 1 Textbook section! This comprehensive resource is your gateway to learning the basics of the Chinese language. Designed for beginners, the HSK 1 textbook aligns with the HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) standardized test and helps you build a solid foundation in Mandarin. 

HSK 1 Standard Course Workbook (Audio) 

Welcome to the HSK 1 Workbook Audio section! This resource will enhance your learning experience as you progress through the HSK 1 curriculum. Each audio track corresponds to the exercises in your workbook, providing clear pronunciation and intonation to help you understand and replicate key vocabulary and phrases.