Podcast - Chinese Star Tales

Why learn Chinese? 11 Top reasons to learn Mandarin

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China’s profound history, economic prowess, and cultural richness make Mandarin Chinese an enticing language to learn. As the language with the most native speakers in the world, Mandarin connects you to over a billion people, presents robust career opportunities, and provides deep insights into one of the world’s earliest civilizations. Additionally, learning Mandarin can stimulate …

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小布刷油漆 XiaoBuPaints 157Ch

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Discover a world of colors! Chinese Episode: 小布刷油漆 (小布刷油漆)Xiǎo bù shuā yóuqī XiaoBuPaints by — Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chinesestartales/support

How to Learn Chinese For Free

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Ah, the Chinese language! A beautiful tapestry of tones, syllables, and characters that can make you feel like a linguistic maestro—or a tone-deaf beginner. But fear not, my fellow language enthusiasts! Whether you’re a busy parent or a curious soul, this guide will show you how to learn Chinese without breaking the bank. Why Learn …

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Best Gifts for Chinese Parents or Friends

Leave a Comment / Culture / By Mama Yen + Jing Jing

Gift-giving is a beautiful tradition that transcends cultures and generations, but when it comes to shopping for Chinese parents or friends, the task can be uniquely challenging (especially if they’re your own parents). Why? Because frugality is deeply ingrained in Chinese culture, a virtue passed down through generations. (a.k.a. we cheapskates). Many Chinese parents prioritize …

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The Penguin Concert 企鵝演奏會 156En

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The penguins and a visitor find a connection. English Episode: The Penguin Concert (企鹅演奏会)Qì'é yǎnzòu huì The Penguin Concert by 陳彥伶 — Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chinesestartales/support

企鵝演奏會 The Penguin Concert 155Ch

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The penguins and a visitor find a connection. Chinese Episode: 企鵝演奏會 (企鹅演奏会)Qì'é yǎnzòu huì The Penguin Concert by 陳彥伶 — Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chinesestartales/support

CaoChong Weighs the Elephant 曹冲称象 154En

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Who will help General CaoCao figure out how to weigh the elephant? Will it be someone in his court or a little boy? English Episode: CaoChong Weighs the Elephant (曹沖稱像)Cáochōng chēng xiàng — Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chinesestartales/support

曹冲称象 CaoChong Weighs Elephant 153Ch

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Who will help General CaoCao figure out how to weigh the elephant? Will it be someone in his court or a little boy? Chinese Episode: 曹冲称象 (曹沖稱像)Cáochōng chēng xiàng CaoChong Weighs Elephant — Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chinesestartales/support

Silly Squirrel 黄色夏天树 152En

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Does a squirrel full of crazy ideas have the power to change nature? English Episode: Silly Squirrel (黃色夏天樹)Huángsè xiàtiān shù Silly Squirrel by Morgan Matthews — Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chinesestartales/support

What is the OPOL Method For Learning Language?

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Are you a bilingual or multilingual parent looking for the best way to teach your children both languages? Teaching kids another language (or two or three) can be tough. OPOL (One Person, One Language) is a popular technique that can help parents raise their kids to be proficient in multiple languages. Why go through the …

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