Secondary Catalogue

There's only one way to get launched into Chinese, and that’s the all important first sentence! In this first set of programs, Xinwen takes us through the essentials – ‘Good morning’, ‘Do you speak English?’, and ‘Where do you come from?’ and more. Featuring real Chinese people repeating key phrases so that your intonation will be just right, this is a practical and well-designed resource for language students. Shot on location in beautiful Beijing and other parts of China, this set of programmes will have you taking those all important first steps in the Chinese language. Show Less

Getting around in China is easy. It’s also a really fun and relatable way for learners to engage with a language. In this set of programmes experienced teacher Xinwen again takes us through the process one sentence at a time using real people speaking the key phrases and realistic scenarios. Covering ‘How do I rent a car?’, ‘Which bus should I take?’ and even ‘Where can I buy petrol?’ this set of programmes will have you navigating the basics of transport in Chinese and speaking like a local in no time. Show Less

China is renowned for its amazing food and incredible shopping. It’s a huge part of the culture – and language. In this programme, we learn the phrases that will unlock the key to authentic dining and retail adventures, from bargain fashions to stunning antiques, genuine Chinese dishes and drinks. Passionate teacher Xinwen helps us to ask ‘What is your signature dish?’, ‘How much is it?’, ‘Have a meal together?’ and many more. Set in inspiring Chinese locations, featuring real Chinese people and mouth-watering dishes, this is an entertaining, information-rich language resource. Show Less

China has so much to offer by the way of travelling and entertainment - from theatre to ancient palaces, from modern art galleries to incredible vistas. The key to unlocking all these lies in just a few key phrases. In this set of programmes, Xinwen helps us one sentence at a time with key phrases such as "What time does this place open?", "When does the performance start?" and "Can you help me take a photo?". The complexities of the Chinese language and culture have never been so easy to understand. Show Less

Being able to chat comfortably with the locals is the aim of many language learners. It is the difference between language competence and really understanding and feeling engaged with a language and culture. In these programmes, friendly teacher Xinwen shows us just how easy this can be. With phrases such as ‘What do you think about..?’, ‘What time is it now?’, and ‘You are very beautiful!’, this is a terrific way to unlock the mysteries of the Chinese idiom and society. Showcasing some of modern China’s most dynamic places, featuring real people in authentic situations, this resource brings China alive in any classroom. Show Less