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Description
Mandarin, written by Lucia Raatma, is a lower-grade nonfiction book that introduces young readers to the Mandarin language. The book explains where Mandarin is spoken, who uses it, how its writing system works, and how it compares to English. It also includes a brief selection of common phrases that readers can practice. Designed for children in grades K-3, the text uses simple language and illustrations to make the language accessible.
Quick Summary
Did you know you can unlock a language spoken by over a billion people in just a few pages? Kids will enjoy bright photos, quick quizzes, and surprising tricks that show how English letters look a lot like Mandarin symbols, making the new alphabet feel like a friendly puzzle. If your kid likes National Geographic Kids level 3 readers, they'll love this quick dive into Mandarin. It's perfect for early readers in kindergarten through third grade who are curious about languages.