Books published by publisher Better Chinese Ltd

Specifically designed for children in a non-native Chinese environment, My First Chinese Words is the best place to start teaching your child Chinese. 36 books with easy-to-read scripts and vivid illustrations that make learning Chinese fun and natural. My First Chinese Words teaches over 150 words covering 22 topics from a child's world, like family, friends, food, animals, home, school and more. The accompanying Audio CD allows children to hear the correct pronunciation of words and learn as naturally as they would in a native speaking environment.

It's the STORY OF THE YEAR! The monster "Year" is filled with loneliness. On the coldest day of the winter, he flees from his mountain-top home and goes down to the village to terrify and catch people who are just as lonely. How do people scare the monster away and keep their loneliness at bay? What can they do to celebrate the new year? This lively tale shares the origins of Chinese New Year and the ways people can embrace new beginnings and make friends with a new year. The humorous illustrations will warm the hearts of young and old alike. Hardcover, 40 pages English (Chinese translation available for download)

View product video preview: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yz9JBTK1o8U In the middle of winter, a little boy's parents are stuck in the snow and cannot get home. To keep him company while he waits, his grandmother cuts a horse out of red paper for him. What follows is a fantastical journey that unexpectedly reunites the boy with his parents! Written in poetry, this gently whimsical story will enchant readers of all ages. Although a universal story of a child missing his parents, in modern-day China this story holds special meaning with the millions of migrant workers that leave their children behind in the care of grandparents in the country while they seek work in large urban centers. Over the holidays, especially during Chinese New Year, family reunions become even more significant as parents travel hundreds of miles to see their children. This story emphasizes the importance of family in Chinese culture while using the motif of a paper horse made from the ancient Chinese craft of paper-cutting.

In a mystical, ancient China, as a rite of passage, children must slay a dragon to become a true member of the Dragon Slayer Tribe. With more and more members proving their courage, the number of dragons become fewer and fewer. What will they do when there are no more dragons left in the world? How did the Chinese perception of dragons change over time and become what it is today? In contrast to Western fairy tales, dragons are benevolent creatures in Chinese folklore and symbolize imperial power, prosperity and good fortune. The Chinese even refer to themselves as the descendants of dragons at times. This tale takes an interesting spin on how the Chinese came to view dragons. With whimsical illustrations, this simple story also prompts children to think about the consequences of our actions in the world and the legacy we leave behind. Hardcover 40 pages English with Simplified Chinese translation in the back of the book

The Clay General is so courageous and so smart! At least, according to his boastful stories and the proud airs he puts on in front of the other toys... But is he really? What happens when shortcuts are taken and his clay is put to the test? The other toys are about to find out just what the Clay General is made of! This humorous tale teaches a life lesson while showcasing the art of Chinese ceramics. The Clay General is an example of Chinese folk art and represents the toy clay figurines beloved by children and adults alike. This story not only illustrates the ceramic making process but also features other toys and items typically seen in Chinese households. The Chinese have a historic passion for ceramics and perfected many ways to make them vibrant, expressive and colorful. The epitome of China's artistic ceramic expression can be found in the famous Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an from the Qin dynasty. Hardcover English with Simplified Chinese translation