Chinese Wisdom Series

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BetterChineseLearning Chinese Through Stories!™

Better Chinese Storybook Catalog

2015

Learning about Science and Nature ....................4

Connecting with the Arts .....................................6

Folk Tales ..............................................................7

Chinese Culture, History and Festivals .................8

Popular Children's Series ......................................10

Award-Winning Authors .......................................12

I Love My Family & Friends ....................................14

Growing, Growing Up ............................................16

Original Chinese Storybooks .................................18

Trucks, Trains and Things that Go ......................19

The Imaginary World..............................................20

Story Library Starter Package ..............................21

Online Story Library ..............................................22

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Left Hand and Right Hand 左手和右手Great Adventure of Tooth Bacteria 牙细菌的大冒险Blood in Red White and Blue 红、白、蓝色的血Bones Can be Broken 骨头会碎也会折I Will Protect Eyes 我会保护眼睛The Secret of Belly Button 肚脐眼的秘密Smart Brain 聪明的大脑We Like Fresh Air 我们喜欢新鲜空气Walking Running Jumping 走、跑、跳Magic Food Trip 食物的神奇旅行

My Body SeriesWhat is my belly button for? Learn all about the different parts of the body, how they work, and how to keep them healthy. Paperback, 44 pages/book9.0" x 7.5", Ages: 5-10Simplified ChineseBK100411: 10 books for $80

谁是蛀虫的朋友？拉便便，真舒服肚脐，你好吗？听听身体怎么说打预防针，我不怕挺起胸来，直起背眼泪小精灵，谢谢你血液兄弟好样的！

Why do I have a navel? Where do sparkling tears come from? Whats the roles of blood in the end? Relevant knowledges is an important cornerstone for the development of good habits, and the resultant healthy body.

Author: Xiao Lin Zhen Zi Qi Wei ChunPaperback, 25 pages/book9.0" x 7.5", Ages: 5-10Simplified ChineseBK100471: 8 books for $80$80

Value Set!BK100411

10 Books

My First Discoveries Series

Basic ConceptsTime 时间The Seasons 四季Colours 颜色Contrast 对比Shape 形状Numbers 数字

Author: Peng Jie ZhangThis collection of 42 first information books has been beautifully translated from French into Chinese. Each book features transparent pages that reveal the inside and outsides of animal habitats, vehicles large and small, the internal system of a plant and more.

Paperback, 26 pages/book9.1" x 8.7", Ages: 5-10Simplified ChineseBK100455: 42 books for $200

Transportation Boats 船Aircrafts 飞机Toolbox 工具箱Train 火车Cars and Trucks 车Fire Engines 消防车

PlantsFruits 水果Flowers 花儿Plants 奇妙地植物Mushrooms 蘑菇Vegetables 蔬菜Sugar 糖

Earth Science/AstronomyDesert 沙漠Landforms 地形和地貌Volcanoes 火山Light 光线Moon 月球Earth 地球Earth and Sky 天空和地面

AnimalsThe Tiger 老虎The Ladybug 七星瓢虫Dinosaurs 恐龙The Panda 熊猫The Parrot 鹦鹉The Lion 狮子The Jungles 丛林里的动物

The Seashore 海边的动物Under the Ground 地下的动物Animal Camouflage 会隐藏的动物The Egg 蛋的秘密The Riverbank 河边的动物Extinct Animals 濒临危机的动物Animals with Shell 有壳的动物The World of Animals 不同地方的动物Animals in Our Homes 藏在家里的动物

$200Value Set!

BK100447

42 Books

Our Lovely Body Series

$80Value Set!

BK100471

8 Books

Author: Toshio IwaiTochi receives a letter from some-

one living at the top of a 100-story house. Count each floor as he

marches up to the top floor, where a surprise awaits him.

A House of 100 Stories

Hardcover, 40 pages8.3” x 11.8”, Ages: 4-9

Simplified ChineseBK100134 $14.95

Author: Toshio Iwai Go underground in this sequel to a house of 100 stories and see what magical and mysterious secrets are waiting to be told!

An Underground House of 100 Stories

Hardcover, 40 pages8.3” x 11.8”, Ages: 4-9Simplified ChineseBK100133 $14.95

Author: Mira LobeA snowman magically comes alive and searches the world for a place to live where he will never melt.

Hardcover, 20 pages, 11.1” x 8.3”, Ages: 4-9Simplified ChineseBK100243 $9.95

Author: Taro GomiUsing simple words and bright illus-trations, this book takes children on a playful tour of the four seasons.Hardcover, 32 pages10.4” x 10.3”, Ages: 1-7 Simplified ChineseBK100448 $14.95

Author: Ezra Jack KeatsJoin Peter as he wakes up and explores the piles and piles of fluffy snow that have covered his world.


The Snowman Who Went For A Walk

Little Cow's Spring Day

The Snowy Day

Learning About Science and Nature

My First Chinese StoriesAuthor: Better Chinese My First Chinese Stories about Na-ture is a collection of 7 beginner-level books about the different elements of nature. The Happiness collection has 6 books on topics like toys and family.Paperback, 20 pages/book6.3” x 8.0”, Ages: 4-10 Simplified Chinese$19.95/set with Audio-CDsBK000591 NatureBK000528 Happiness

Author:Koshiro HataBeautifully illustrated adventure of a boy on a hot summer day.Hardcover, 32 pages10.4” x 10.3”, Ages: 3-8Simplified ChineseBK100447 $14.95

A Summer Day


Caldecott Honor

Caldecott Honor

The Magic BrushAuthor: Hong XuntaoBased on the famous legend of Ma Liang and his magical brush. Hardcover, 56 pages12.0” x 10.4”, Ages: 4-10Simplified ChineseBK100361 $14.95

The Gigantic TurnipAuthor: Aleksei TolstoyThe classic story of how a farmer and his wife worked to pull a giant turnip from the ground.

Paperback, 37 pages 10.1” x 10.5”, Ages: 4-10 Simplified ChineseBK100246 $9.95

Yakov and the Seven ThievesAuthor: MadonnaA beautifully illustrated tale of how miracles can happen. Hardcover, 30 pages8.3” x 10.3”, Ages: 4-8 Simplified ChineseBK100159 $14.95

The True Story of the 3 Little PigsAuthor: Jon SciezkaHear the story of Three Little Pigs told from A. Wolf’s perspective. Paperback, 28 pages8.8” x 10.8”, Ages: 4-10 Simplified ChineseBK100161 $14.95

A Flower’s FairytaleAuthor: Zihan MeiA collection of fairytales about nature such as “The Cucumber Fairytale”. Paperback, 192 pages5.8” x 8.0”, Ages: 5-10 Simplified ChineseBK100173 $12.95

Stone SoupAuthor: Jon MothThe age-old tale of how three hungry strangers get an entire town to work together and make a delicious feast. Hardcover, 34 pages9.3” x 10.3”, Ages: 5-10 Simplified ChineseBK100220 $14.95

Author: Xian Zhou Adapted from a Northern Chinese folktale, this story illustrates an imaginary war among the vegetables using a limerick.Hardcover, 40 pages11.3” x 8.3”, Ages: 3-8Simplified Chinese BK100128 $14.95

The Vegetable War

Caldecott Medal

Caldecott Honor

Award Winning Books

One Fine DayAuthor: Nonny HogrogianThe classic story of how a farmer and his wife worked to pull a giant turnip from the ground. Hardcover 32 pages10.3” x 8.3”, Ages: 4-8 Simplified ChineseBK100166 $14.95

Joseph Had a Little OvercoatAuthor: Simms TabackThe delightful tale of how you can always make something out of nothing.

Hardcover 32 pages10.8” x 8.8”, Ages: 4-8 Simplified ChineseBK100248 $14.95

Author: Marcia Brown This is an ancient Indian fable about a mouse, a man, and the importance of humility when you rise in power. Hardcover, 30 pages9.7” x 9.1”, Ages: 3-8Simplified Chinese BK100157 $14.95

Once A Mouse

Connecting with the Arts Folk Tales

Little Blue & Little YellowAuthor: Leo LionniA delightfully illustrated story about colors and friendship.Hardcover, 48 pages 8.3" x 7.9”, Ages: 2-6 Simplified ChineseBK100141 $14.95

Chinese Opera Picture BooksA two-book set that introduces readers to the art and beauty of the Chinese opera.

Paperback, 31 pages/book11.3” x 8.3”, Ages: 10+Simplified ChineseBK100352: 2 books for $23.90

If the Rain has ColorsAuthor: Jinghua JinWhat would the rain look like in colors? Would it be red, green, yellow or purple?

Hardcover, 28 pages 11.5” x 8.3”, Ages: 3-7 Simplified ChineseBK100360 $14.95

Beijing Opera Cats Author: Xiong LiangWhen the Beijing Opera House falls quiet, the cats come out to renact their favorite Chinese operas.

BK100258 Battle of Chang Ban Po BK100259 Wu Song Fights the Tiger

Zin! Zin! Zin! A ViolinAuthor: Lloyd MossA masterful introduction to the musical instruments in a orchestra. Mixes in counting and the naming of musical groups.Hardcover, 27 pages11.3” x 8.8”, Ages: 4-8 Simplified ChineseBK100235 $14.95

Connecting with the Arts

Hardcover, 38 pages 10.2” x 9.0”, Ages: 5 -10Simplified Chinese$14.95 per book


The DotAuthor: Peter ReynoldsArt can be created from anything with a little imagination… even a little dot.Hardcover, 28 pages7.8” x 8.3”, Ages: 2-6 Simplified ChineseBK100158 $14.95

Caldecott Honor

Caldecott Honor

Caldecott Medal

Wow!$23.902 Books

Press HereAuthor: Herve TulletPress the yellow dot on the cover, follow the instructions within, and embark upon a magical journey!Hardcover, 56 pages 8.8” x 8.8”, Ages: 2-4 Simplified ChineseBK100477 $14.95

Scan for read-along video and mp3.

Culture, History and Festivals

BK100307BK100306

BK100313

This book series includes 12 traditional Chinese festivals, including the Dragon Boat Festival, the Mid-Autumn Festival, and the Double Ninth Festival. Introductions to the origins, processes, evolution of traditional Chinese festivals, and celebrations are detailed.

Story of the YearAuthor: Kim XiongThe monster “Year” comes every Chinese New Year looking for lonely people to scare. Learn how to deal with him on the next new year.Hardcover, 40 pages9.5" x 9.8”, Ages: 4 -10English BK000132 $18.95

Chinese Wisdom Series

Author: Better ChineseDiscover the wisdom of China’s most venerated philosophers. Grasp the fundamentals of Chinese ritual and propriety, following the Way, and more!

Paperback, 58 pages5.8” x 7.8”, Ages: 10+Simplified, Traditional ChineseSimplified Chinese with English$11.95/book

BK350 Simplified Chinese BK353 Traditional Chinese BK358 Simplified Chinese with English

BK352 Simplified Chinese BK355 Traditional Chinese

BK351 Simplified Chinese BK354 Traditional Chinese

Confucius Says - Ni Hao

Laozi Says - Da Jia Hao Zhuangzi Says - Wo Hen Hao

Stories of Chinese IdiomsAuthor: Better ChineseDiscover the origins of 32 commonly-used idioms with these leveled readers. These stories are a fun way to learn and explore Chinese language, culture, and history.

With Animals (Beginner): BK525 About Ability (Beginner): BK584 With Animals (Advanced):BK585 About Ability (Advanced): BK586

Paperback, 60 pages/book 6.3” x 8.1”, Ages: 10+Simplified Chinese, English$11.95/book

The Three Kingdoms BookAuthor: Better ChineseRetold in easy-to-understand language, these stories capture the spirit of the times and reflect the wisdom of famous Chinese historical figures.Paperback, 168 pages6.3” x 8.1”, Ages: 10+Simplified ChineseBK000524 $15.95Paperback, 272 pages6.3” x 8.1”, Ages: 10+Simplified Chinese, EnglishBK000594 $24.95

The Dragon TribeAuthor: Kim XiongMembers of the dragon tribe prove their courage by killing dragons. With more and more proving their bravery, fewer and fewer dragons are left. When they think there are no more dragons left in the world, things start to change...Hardcover, 40 pages 9.0” x 8.3”, Ages: 4-10English, Simplified ChineseBK000134 $18.95

Author: Kim XiongA little boy’s grandmother cuts a red horse out of paper for him. What follows is a fantastical journey that unexpectedly reunites the boy with his parents!

Paper Horse

Hardcover, 42 pages/book 9.0” x 9.8”, Ages: 4-10English, Simplified ChineseBK000372 $18.95

Author: Kim XiongThe Clay General is so courageous and so smart! At least according to his boast-ful stories and the proud airs he puts on in front of other toys. But is he really? What happens when shortcuts are taken and clay is put to the test?

The Clay Genera

Hardcover, 36 pages9.0” x 9.8”, Ages: 10+English, Simplified ChineseBK000371 $18.95

Paperback, 36 pages/book 10.3” x 8.0”, Ages: 6-12Simplified Chinese BK100251 $105BK100396, BK100307, BK100313 $10.95 each

These 5 books are a set of Chinese ink painting and folk art picture books. The story books are filled with unique traditional Chinese water coloring with nursery rhymes, short stories, and poetry covering the pages. Focused on young children's lives and emotions, they are great for young children.

Paperback, 160 pages/5 books10.5” x 8.3”, Ages: 4-8Simplified Chinese BK100408 $44.95

Chinese Painting Storybooks


BK100251 Festivals Pack 12 books - Only $105

The Kitchen GodAuthor: Kim XiongWho is the mysterious Kitchen God? Learn what he does and why.Hardcover, 40 pages 9.5" x 9.8”, Ages: 4-10 English w/Chinese translationBK000357 $18.95

Popular Children's Series

The Berenstain Bears Family 贝贝熊一家Authors: Stan & Jan BerenstainFollow the family of Papa Bear, Mama Bear, Brother Bear and Sister Bear as they come across different situations and see how they solve their problems.

Paperback, 40 pages/book8" x 8", Ages: 5-10Simplified ChineseBK100466: 30 (1-30) books for $148.5

The Berenstain Bears Series TwoPaperback, 40 pages/book8" x 8", Ages: 5-10Simplified ChineseBK100467: 20 (31-50) books for $99

The Berenstain Bears Series One

Maisy Adventure Pack 波波Written and Illustrated by Lucy CousinsBK100222: 7 books for $55Retail: $69.65Read about the adventures of Maisy the mouse and her friends.

Hardcover, 24 pages/book8.1" x 8.3", Ages: 2-6Simplified Chinese

Doctor Maisy 波波当医生Maisy's Bedtime 波波要睡觉Maisy Takes a Bath 波波要洗澡Maisy Cleans Up 波波做大扫除Maisy Goes Shopping 波波去购物Maisy's Morning on the Farm 波波在农场Maisy Goes to the Playground 波波去游乐园

The Teacher Stays at My Home 老师住我家Perfect Birthday 完美的生日Underwear's Nightmare 内裤噩梦Computer's Fault 电脑的惹的祸Pro-Environment Guardian 环保小卫士

At the Parade 好奇的乔治看游行Goes Camping 好奇的乔治去野营Goes To The Beach 好奇的乔治去海边Visits a Toy Store 好奇的乔治去玩具店

Franklin is Messy 富兰克林是小邋遢Franklin Wants a Pet 富兰克林的小宠物Franklin Plays the Game 富兰克林的足球赛Franklin Goes to School 富兰克林去上学Franklin’s Blanket 富兰克林的小毯子

Franklin in the Dark 黑暗中的富兰克林Hurry Up, Franklin 快点儿！富兰克林Franklin Fibs 富兰克林的苍蝇馅饼Franklin is Lost 富兰克林迷路了Franklin is Bossy 小霸王富兰克林

Letter From President 总统的来信Arthur's Writing 亚瑟的作文I Love Pet 我爱宠物I Hate Chicken Pox 可恶小水痘Go To School 自己去上课

$70Value Set!

BK100216

8 Books


Curious George's Dream 好奇的乔治在梦里Curious George and the Puppies 好奇的乔治和小狗 Goes to a Chocolate Factory 好奇的乔治去巧克力工厂 Curious George & The Dump Truck 好奇的乔治和翻斗车


Adorable Little Mouse Brother可爱的鼠小弟 Author: Yoshiwo NakaeEnjoy this famous Japanese classic children picture book set. Simple repetitive sentences help young children to learn Chinese.

Paperback, 36 pages/book8.0" x 9.5", Ages: 4-8Simplified ChineseBK100174: 12 books for $100 Retail: $167.40BK100254: 10 books for $85 Retail: $125.00

Value Pack!$100

12 Books

The Berenstain Bears Series SevenPaperback, 86-90 pages/book5.1" x 7.3", Ages: 5-10Simplified ChineseBK100226: 5 books for $24.95

Author: Paulette BourgeoisFranklin is an adorable turtle that children easily relate to. This series helps children face many of life’s challenges like the first day of school.

Paperback, 38 pages/book, 8.5" x 7.5”, Ages: 4-8Simplified ChineseBK100266: 10 books for $85 Retail: $99.50

Franklin the Turtle Series 小乌龟富兰克林

Author: Marc Tolon BrownArthur is the humorous and loving aardvark who explores all the emotions that kids go through as they grow up. Read about Arthur’s adventures with his family and friends in this ten book series.

Paperback, 36 pages/book7.3" x 10.2", Ages: 5-10Simplified ChineseBK100217: 10 books for $85Retail: $89.50

The Arthur Series

Author: Hans Augusto Rey and Margret ReyLoved by children everywhere, the stories of George the ever-curious monkey are now available in Simplified Chinese. This collection of 8 books features Curious George and the Dump Truck, At the Parade, Goes to the Beach, Goes Camping, and more.

Paperback, 28 pages, 7.2” x 7.4”, Ages: 4-8, Simplified ChineseBK100216: 8 books for $70 Retail: $94.75

Curious George Series 好奇的乔治系列

Frog Series青蛙弗洛格的成长故事Author: Max VelthuijsChildren will learn how to overcome difficulties and recognize their own strengths and weaknesses through the Frog's stories, which are accompanied by lively and humorous texts and vivid illustrations, designed to help with literacy skills.

Hardcover, 23 pages/each8.8” x 7.8”, Ages: 5-9Simplified Chinese

BK100409: 12 books only for $95

I Like Myself 我就是喜欢我Frog Is A Hero 弗洛格是个英雄Wonderful Taste of Love 爱的奇妙滋味Special Day 特别的日子Travel 弗洛格去旅行Sad 难过的弗洛格Strangers 弗洛格和陌生人A Good Friend 找到一个好朋友Fear 弗洛格吓坏了Winter 冬天里的弗洛格Birds is Singing 鸟儿在歌唱Look For Treasure 弗洛格找宝藏

$95Value Set!

BK100409

12 Books

BK100257 There is a Bird on Your Head 你的头上有只鸟

The Tiny Seed 小种子Author: Eric Carle. Illustrated by Eric CarleEric Carle's eloquent text and brilliant collages turn the simple life cycle of a plant into an exciting story, a nature lesson, and an inspiring message of the importance of perseverance.Hardcover, 28 pages11.0" x 8.0", Ages: 5-9Simplified ChineseBK100480 $14.95

The Eric Carle Collection

Elephant and PiggieAuthor: Mo WillemsElephant and Piggie books feature an optimistic pig and a pessimistic elephant that are the best of friends. Parents and children alike laugh out loud when reading these stories. Paperback, 58 pages/book, 6.5" x 9.0", Ages: 4-9Simplified Chinese$9.95/book

Farmer Brown SeriesAuthor: Doreen CroninThese popular, award-winning books featuring farm animals will make you laugh out loud as they fight for their rights.Paperback, 38 pages, 10.0" x 7.8", Ages: 4-8, Simplified Chinese

BK100245 $35.00Click, Clack Moo 咔嗒 , 咔嗒 , 哞Giggle, Gaggle Quack 吱吱 , 吱吱 , 嘎Dooby, Dooby Moo 呼噜、呼噜、哞Duck for President 鸭子当总统

BK100294 My friend Is Sad我的朋友难过了

BK100295 I Am Invited to A Party第一次派对

BK100218 Today I Will Fly我要飞

Award-Winning Authors

Olivia SeriesAuthor: Ian FalconerKids see themselves in Olivia. She likes the beach, Jackson Pollock, but hates naps. The illustrations show just how fun it is to be young.

Hardcover, 44 pages11.4" x 8.8”, Ages: 3-7Simplified Chinese$14.95

BK100250 Olivia 奥莉薇BK100165 Olivia Saves the Circus 奥莉薇拯救马戏团


Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me 爸爸我要月亮

Author: Eric Carle. Illustrated by Eric CarleHere is a multi-faceted story that appeals to children visually, verbally and emotionally, which also contains a first lesson in natural history, depicting the eternal cycle of the waxing and waning of the moon.

Hardcover, 44 pages, 11.4" x 53.3", Ages: 3-6Simplified ChineseBK100479 $14.95

The Very Hungry Caterpillar 好饿的毛毛虫

Children love “eating” their way through The Very Hungry Caterpillar and discovering what happens to the caterpillar at the end. Hardcover, 32 pages8.6" x 12.0", Ages: 3-6Simplified ChineseBK100127 $15.95

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? 棕色的熊，棕色的熊，你在看什么？

Author: Bill MartinIllustrated by Eric CarleThe beautifully illustrated animals in this gentle rhyme keeps kids guessing what’s next. A great book to use when learning colors.

Hardcover, 32 pages11.0" x 8.5", Ages: 3-6Simplified Chinese, EnglishBK100234 $14.95

$35.00 set Knuffle BunnyAuthor: Mo WillemsTrixie and her beloved Knuffle Bunny are inseparable. A Cautionary Tale tells the story of when some bunny gets left behind at the Laundromat. In Knuffle Bunny Too, Trixie and her bunny get separated once again due to a mistaken identity.

Hardcover, 40 pages8.2" x 10.8", Ages 3-8Simplified Chinese $14.95/each

BK100123 Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale古纳什小兔

BK100219 Knuffle Bunny Too: A Case of Mistaken Identity 古纳什小兔又来了

Caldecott Honor

From Head to Toe 从头动到脚Author: Eric Carle. Illustrated by Eric CarleA variety of animals, depicted in colorful collages, invites young children to copy their antics as they wiggle, stomp and bend across the strikingly designed pages.Hardcover, 28 pages7.0" x 5.0", Ages: 2-5Simplified ChineseBK100478 $14.95




Bedtime Stories

Tell Me a Story, Mummy Author: Carl Norac It’s bedtime on the farmyard, but Salsa the little goat can’t sleep. She tries everything until, finally, she asks Mummy to tell her a story. Paperback, 32 pages10.4” x 8.3”, Ages: 3-8Simplified ChineseBK100147 $9.95

Guess How Much I Love YouAuthor: Sam McBratneyThis sweet story about the love between a father and his little nut-brown hare is the perfect way to end any day.


We’re Going on a Bear HuntAuthors: Michael Rosen/Helen Oxenbury Come join this brave family of four children and their father as they cross a field, wade through a river, and more to find a bear. Hardcover, 32 pages11.5’’ x 10.3’’, Ages: 4-9Simplified ChineseBK100233 $14.95

I Love My GrandpaAuthor: Wolf Harranth This popular German story describes the life of one family with three generations living together under one roof. Hardcover, 28 pages11.2” x 8.4”, Ages: 4-9Simplified ChineseBK100241 $14.95

HugAuthor: Jez Alborough Join Bobo, the baby chimpanzee as he travels through the jungle on a hunt for his mom and a hug.Hardcover, 32 pages11.0” x 10.1”, Ages: 0-5Simplified ChineseBK100137 $14.95

Nulli and Priesemut Author: Matthias Sodtke Nulli the Rabbit and Priesemut the Frog are the best of friends. Translated from German, this 20-book collection addresses the joys and challenges of friendship.

Paperback, 32 pages/book4.3” x 6.0”, Ages: 5-10Simplified Chinese BK100146: 20 books for $50

FriendsAuthor: Helme Heine Charlie Rooster, Johnny Mouse, and Percy Pig do everything together. A simple story of how even distance cannot separate true friends. Hardcover, 32 pages10” x 8.8”, Ages: 5-10Simplified ChineseBK100145 $14.95

Make Way for Ducklings

Author: Robert McCloskeyVenture through the streets of Boston with Mr. and Mrs. Mallard Duck as they search for the best place to raise their family of 8 adorable ducklings. Hardcover, 68 pages12.0” x 9.8”, Ages: 3-8Simplified Chinese BK100225 $14.95

Four Detectives Look For A DachshundJoin Lilo and Leo and their friends as they try to find the thief who kidnapped Mrs. Meyer’s dachshund, Maxel!

Author: Julia BoehmePaperback, 36 pages/book6.6” x 5.5”, Ages: 3-8 Simplified Chinese with Pinyin$9.95 each

An Adventure for Three Little Friends With his friends, the little tiger in the zoo decides to find out where all these people come from each day.

Officer Buckle and GloriaAuthor: Peggy Rathmann Officer Buckle’s lectures on safety put everyone to sleep. Things start to pick up when Officer Buckle takes on a new police dog, Gloria.

Hardcover, 32 pages11.3” x 8.8”, Ages: 4-8Simplified ChineseBK100162 $14.95 BK100171 An Adventure for Three Little Friends

BK100172 Four Detectives Look For A Dachshund

My Dad My MumAuthor: Anthony BrowneThese two books are an endearing homage to moms and dads everywhere: a boy describes – and exag-gerates – the many accomplishments and feats of his mother and father. A perfect gift for any mom or dad.

Hardcover, 24 pages10.8” x 8.8”, Ages: 5-10Simplified Chinese$14.95/book

BK100138 My Dad 我爸爸BK100139 My Mum 我妈妈

Caldecott Medal

Author: Holly HobbieToot and Puddle are two small, endearing pigs who find adventure wherever they go. They are best friends yet as different as can be. Get all 10 of these highly acclaimed books as a set and enjoy the world of Toot & Puddle.

Toot and Puddle

Paperback, 32 pages10.2”x10.0”, Ages: 4 – 8 Simplified ChineseBK100256 $80.00

我会回家过圣诞节新朋友迷人的奥碧儿你是我的阳光送给嘟嘟的礼物两个好朋友独一无二快下雪吧世界之巅真希望你们在这儿



I My Family & Friends

Author: Yangqing Zeng A little boy likes going grocery shopping and cooking green beans with his mom. Hardcover, 40 pages 9.0” x 8.2”, Ages: 4-9Simplified Chinese BK100144 $14.95

Mom, Let’s Buy Some Mung Beans!

Runaway BunnyAuthor: Margaret Wise Brown A classic bedtime story of a mother’s love. No matter where her little bunny may go, she will find her child every single time.

Hardcover, 36 pages8.1’’ x 7.0”, Ages: 2-7Simplified ChineseBK100132 $14.95

The Lonely TreeAuthor: Nicolas HallidayA friendship between an ancient oak tree and a young confier who has grown up in a forest of deciduous trees.Paperback, 30 pages11.3” x 8.3”, Ages: 4-9Simplified Chinese/English BK100169 $14.95

Going to School

Author: Laurence AnholtBilly is feeling anxious about his first day of a new school, but with the help of a young sparrow, Billy decides to try and go.


Author: Laura Vaccaro SeegerDid the chicken or the egg come first? Beginning with the creative die cut on the cover, story addresses the age-old question of what came first. Hardcover, 32 pages8.6” x 8.4”, Ages: 2-7Simplified Chinese BK100224 $14.95

Author: Marcia Brown Learning how to be a big boy is often challenging. A little boy tries to put on his underpants by himself, but after a few false starts, he finally gets it. Hardcover, 32 pages9.8” x 8.0”, Ages: 3-8Simplified ChineseBK100148 $14.95

Author: Molly BangEveryone gets angry. Sophie offers one way for children to calm down when they are feeling really, Really ANGRY.Hardcover, 40 pages9.3” x 10.3”, Ages: 3-8Simplified Chinese BK100149 $14.95

Author: David ShannonWhat does David do when he gets in trouble? He makes excuses, but then why does he still feel badly? Hardcover, 30 pages11.3” x 8.8”, Ages: 3-8Simplified ChineseBK100412 $14.95

First the Egg

I Can Put On My Pants By Myself

When Sophie Gets Angry

Author: David ShannonLearning how to behave properly in school is a tough task. Children can easily relate to David and his school life.

Hardcover, 30 pages11.3” x 8.8”, Ages: 3-8 Simplified ChineseBK100358 $14.95

David Goes to School

Billy and the Big New School

Visiting

Doctors

a

nd Dentists

Author: Elizabeth George SpeareThis award-winning historical novel is about an unlikely friendship between Matt, a 13-year-old white boy and At-tean, a resourceful Native American.

Paperback, 168 pages8.2” x 5.8”, Ages: 10+Simplified ChineseBK100168 $11.95

Author: Jon MuthA fictionalized story about the life of young Booker T. Washington.


Author: Sarah StewartThrough letters to her family, Lydia Grace writes how she is able to revitalize her uncle’s dreary bakery through lots of smiles and a rooftop garden. Hardcover, 32 pages8.5’’ x 11”, Ages: 6-10Simplified ChineseBK100163 $14.95

Author: Laurie KellerWelcome to tooth school! Dr. Flossman is excited to teach the incoming class everything there is to know about teeth. Hardcover, 40 pages10.3” x 10.3”, Ages: 5-10Simplified Chinese BK100151 $14.95

Author: Taro GomiA humorous story about a crocodile who is afraid of visiting a dentist who is equally afraid of his patient.Hardcover, 32 pages8.8” x 8.8”, Ages: 3-8Simplified Chinese/EnglishBK100152 $14.95

Author: Ernst JandlFive broken toys anxiously wait in line to see the Toy Doctor.Hardcover, 40 pages 10.7” x 8.1”, Ages: 0-5Simplified Chinese BK100140 $14.95

Sign of the Beaver More Then Anything Else

The Gardener

Open Wide: Tooth School Inside

The Crocodile and the Dentist

Next Please

Growing, Growing Up

$100Value Set!

BK100260

15 Books





David Gets in TroubleAuthor: Mauric SendakLittle Max is sent to his room for misbehavior, but his imagination helps him run away to where the wild things are.Hardcover, 40 pages9.3” x 10.3”, Ages: 4-9Simplified ChineseBK100221 $14.95

Where the Wild Things Are Be Polite and Kind - 礼貌和友善Listen and Learn - 倾听和学习Share and Take Turns - 学会分享Reach Out and Give -- 帮助和给予When I Feel Afraid - 克服恐

Try and Stick with it - 尝试和坚持Be Honest and Tell the Truth - 诚实和坦率Join in and Play - 加入和一起玩耍Talk and Work it Out - 沟通和解决问题Be Careful and Stay Safe - 注意安全

Author: Cheri J. MeinersWith over 1.5 million copies in print, the Learning to Get Along series has been loved by educators and parents everywhere. The series covers 15 topics to help build children’s social skills.

Each book contains ideas on how to reinforce each lesson with additional activities.

Paperback, 40 pages/book, 10.2" x 10.0”, Ages: 4-8Simplified Chinese with PinyinBK100260: 15 books for $100

Learning to Get Along Series

Respect: Taking Care of Things - 爱护和管理物品Cooling Down and Handling Anger - 冷静和平息怒气Know and Follow Rules - 懂得和遵守规则Understand and Care - 理解和关爱他人Accept and Value Each Person - 接纳和认同他人

Caldecott Honor

Caldecott Honor

Caldecott Honor

Caldecott Honor

Caldecott Honor

Children's Chinese Storybooks

魔法师 The Magician我想 I Wish萝卜回来了 Return of the Radish雪孩子 Snow Child两只棉手套 Two Cotton Gloves小溪流的歌 Song of Streams小马过河 Pony Crosses the River圆圆和方方 Circle and Square梨子提琴 Pear's Violin小树熊出门 Little Koala on the Go

Humorously illustrated original Chinese picture books that children can easily enjoy. Each of the 100 books in this collection immerses children in a world of fantasy, adventure and friendship. Since these books were originally writen in Chinese, the poetry and rhythm of the prose is easy for kids to understand and read.

Paperback 40 pages/book 9.1" x 8.7" Ages: 4-10 Simplified Chinese

Children's Chinese Storybooks (Series 1)梅花鹿的角树 Deer Horns花的沐浴 Flower's Shower小猪奴尼 Cat Go Fishing春天在哪里 Where is Spring书本里的蚂蚁 Ants in the Book六个矮儿子 Six Short Sons小熊请客 Little Bear's Treat爸爸和香烟 Daddy and Cigarettes小猫钓鱼 Cat Goes Fishing布娃娃过桥 Rag Crosses the Bridge

夏天到来虫虫飞 Bugs Flying in the Summer岩石上的小蝌蚪 Tadpoles on the Rock花儿，一簇簇开了 Clusters of Flowers, Opening小柳树和小枣树 Small Willow and Small Jujube笨小熊的魔力电话 Silly Bear's Magic Phone我们都是木头人 We are all Wooden Men小蝌蚪找妈妈 Little Tadpole Looks for his Mom大狗和小兔枕头 Big Dog and the Bunny Pillow吃黑夜的大象 The Elephant Who Eats the Night洗四十双袜子的小波波熊 Bobo Bear Washes 40 Pairs Socks

小雁归队 The Little Geese Rejoin音乐树 The Music Tree渔童 The Fishing Boy坐飞机 On the Plane五彩小小鸡 Colorful Little Chicks没有牙齿的大老虎 Toothless Tiger华瞻的日记 Hua Zhan's Diary乌鸦兄弟 The Crow Brothers蚂蚁搬家 Ants Move House糖房子 The Sugar House

大象救人 The Elephant Saves a Life装满阳光的梦 Dreams Full of Sunshine野猫学长寿 The Wildcat's Long Life乌龟飞上天 A Turtle Flies Into the Sky老鼠嫁女 Mouse Daughter's Marriage木偶的眼泪 The Puppet's Tears肚子上的小口袋 Kangaroo's Pouch红狐狸教算术 Red Fox's Math Lesson犀牛吞了针 Rhino Swallows a Needle走在放学回家的路上 On My Way Home

小骆驼找妈妈 Baby Camel Finds His Mother爱忘事的熊爷爷 Forgetful Grandpa Bear老鼠坐上火箭炮 The Mice Rides the Rocket别踩了这朵花 Do Not Step on the Flower毛毛 + 狗 + 石头 MaoMao, Dog, & Stone穿蝙蝠衫的小老鼠 Little Mouse and his Bat Wings蜗牛丁朵朵的新年礼物 Snail's New Year's Gift找心眼儿的小猪 Piggy's Journey to find his Heart阿蓝的喜悦和烦恼 Blue's Ups and Downs森林来了美人鱼 The Mermaid Comes to the Forest

Children's Chinese Storybooks (Series 2)

Children's Chinese Storybooks (Series 3)象鼻竹 Elephant Trunk Bamboo Grove稻草人 The Scarecrow夏夜的音乐会——散文诗 A Summer Night's Performance, Prose Poem一粒种子 A Seed面包狼 The Bread Wolf小熊拨牙 Little Bear Gets His Tooth Pulled骑狼的小兔 Bunny Rides the Wolf三只小喜鹊说的 The Three Magpies Said神笔马良 Ma Liang's Magic Pen寄到南极的孩子 Antartica's Children

小面人 Little Face Man蚂蚁和围城 Ants and Wall大风 Strong Wind香甜可口的汽车 Delicious Car生日气球 Birthday Balloon茶壶和茶胡 Tea Room Owner偷蛋贼 Egg Thief铅笔树 Pencil Tree好朋友 Good Friends荷花船 Lotus Boat

变变变 Tranformations橡子飞飞 Acorns Flying大战霸王云 War with the Clouds秋天的歌谣 Autumn Songs圈儿圈儿圈儿 Circle, Circle, Circle从小事情看天气 Predicting Weather穿棉袄的夏天 A Cold Summer一支铅笔的梦想 A Pencil's Dream长鼻象和短鼻猪 Elephant and Piggy住在画里面的獾 The Badger Who Lives in the Painting

超级巧克力先生 Mr. Super Chocolate老蜘蛛的一百张床 Spider's Hundred Beds小青蛙的大嘴巴 Little Frog's Big Mouth带轮子的小房子 House On the Wheel兔子和乌龟第二次赛跑 Rabbit and Turtle's 2nd Race三个和尚的新鲜事儿 More About 3 Monks毛尔冬的洗头计划 MaoEr's Plan to Wash her Hair清清甜甜的菊花茶 Chrysanthemum Tea小浇浇和睡婆婆的奇遇 JiaoJiao's Adventures雨中的花伞 - 儿童诗 Umbrellas in the Rain, Poems for Children

Children's Chinese Storybooks (Series 4)

Thomas the Tank Engine Series托马斯和朋友：宝宝自己读

BK100253 8 books for $65

Smart Henry 1A 聪明的亨利The Proud Big 1B 骄傲的大个子Peixi is Always Late 2A 爱迟到的培西Helping Friends 2B 好朋友来帮忙Mom's Birthday 3B 给妈妈过生日Chicken Goes to School 4A 送小鸡去上学 Naughty Billy 4B 不听话的比利Gordon Wants to be the First 3A 想当第一名的高登

All abroad! Have fun with the popular Thomas the Train engine and friends on the island of Sodor. These 8 graduated readers are designed to help with literacy skills.

Paperback, 47 pages, 8.3”x8.3” Ages: 0 - 6 years oldSimplified Chinese

$65Value Set!

BK100253

8 Books

Original Chinese Storybooks

BK100261 $135 for 30 books

BK100443 $135 for 30 books

BK100262 $50 for 10 books

BK100263 $135 for 30 books

Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel Author: Virginia Lee BurtonSee if this amazing duo will be able to dig the cellar for the new town hall in just ONE day.Hardcover, 44 pages8.8" x 9.8", Ages: 4-8 Simplified ChineseBK100238 $14.95

Katy and the Big SnowAuthor: Virginia Lee BurtonKaty is a red crawler tractor that “could do a lot of things.” Not even a blizard could keep her from cleaning up the town of Geopolis. Hardcover, 35 pages9.0" x 9.8", Ages: 4-8 Simplified ChineseBK100249 $14.95

Trucks, Trains and Things that Go

The Little Engine That CouldAuthor: Watty PiperThe Little Engine That Could conveys positive qualities like self-confidence, optimism, kindness, and courage, moving millions of children and adults around the world.Paperback, 31 pages11.25” x 8.25”, Ages: 4-8Simplified ChineseBK100470 $9.95

Toy BoatAuthor: Randall DeSeveA little boy and his toy boat are inseparable, until one day the wind pushes the toy boat out into the wide lake. What will the little boat do?Paperback, 30 pages9.8” x 9.8”, Ages: 4-8Simplified ChineseBK100362 $9.95


Advanced Library Starter PackPM100199 - call for price

Beginner Library Starter PackPM100197 - call for price

,Intermediate Library Starter PackPM100198 - call for price

Better Chinese customers often ask for supplementary materials and storybooks, which has led to the recent launch of our storybook store. To help schools build their library of Chinese storybooks, we've created the School Library Starter Pack. This is a collection of 200+ books that are appropriate for elementary schools who are using My First Chinese Reader series.

This School Library Starter Pack is currently used by several Chinese language programs across the country. Teachers and students alike have been excited by the mix of books in this pack. The pack includes books that cover the following themes: arts and science, Chinese culture and festivals, award-winning books that have been translated into Chinese, family, growing up, friendships, transportation, and more. The language levels for these books range from beginning to intermediate.

For more information, please contact us at [email protected] for the complete School Library Starter Pack book list.

Story Library Starter PackageThe Imaginary World

Leo Lionni CollectionDiscover seven classic Leo Lionni children's books including the Caldecott Honor book, Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse.

BK100121 Swimmy 小黑鱼BK100122 It's Mine 这是我的BK100120 Frederick 田鼠阿佛 BK100117 Cornelius 鳄鱼哥尼流BK100410 Matthew’s Dream 玛修的梦BK100119 An Extraordinary Egg 一只奇特的蛋BK100118 Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse 亚历山大和发条老鼠

Hardcover, 32-40 pages, 11.0" x 9.2", Ages: 3-6Simplified Chinese$14.95 each



Author: Kazuo IwamuraA perennial bestseller in Japan, these picture book depicts a big mice family with 14 members, including the grandparents, the parents and ten cute little children. They lead a happy and harmonious life, taking care of each other, and overcome various difficulties hand in hand.

14 Mice Move House14 Mice Have Breakfast14 Mice Dig YamWinter Sledding DaySpring Meadow PicnicHarvest Moon Watch

Summer Laundry DayThe Autumn March14 Mice's Lullaby14 Mice Plant PumpkinThe Dragonfly Pond14 Mice Pound Rice Cakes

Fourteen Forest Mice Series 1&2

Paperback, 32 pages/book 7.3” x 10.3”, Ages: 3-10Simplified Chinese BK100255 $100

十四只老鼠系列一、二

BK10025512 books in total$100

Caldecott Honor

Mini Pocket Literature Series小口袋文学系列

The Series features 18 delightful pocket books, including: fairy tales, stories of friendship, science fiction, and many more.Paperback, 40 pages/book 7.3” x 10.3”, Ages:12-15Simplified Chinese, PinyinBK100520 Blue Series (10 books) $95BK100521 Red Series (8 books) $75

Blue Series (10 books)鼬鼠的家妈妈生病了爱唱歌的恐龙苹果树独木舟善良的吃人巨魔

玻璃森林可怕的森林小约翰的恐惧不一样的小弟弟好奇的粉红小猪

Red Series (8 books)钻石龙蛋尼斯先生尼基塔的梦雅雅的森林

七个巫婆小让与巫婆考试惊魂记百货公司的一夜

See website BetterChinese.com for a complete list

Digital Story Library

EasterWB140 $4.99

Dragon StoriesWB177 $4.99

Chinese Proverbs & SayingsWB164 $9.99

Chinese FolktalesWB143 $4.99

Chinese FestivalsWB142 $9.99

Chinese Songs 2WB156 $9.99

Pinocchio 1WB197 $4.99

Peter PanWB194 $9.99

Dong Dong QiangWB182 $4.99

Little Prince 1WB195 $9.99

How I Grew UpWB147 $4.99

Greek MythologyWB141 $4.99

Alibaba & the Forty ThievesWB201 $4.99

Early ReadersWB165 $4.99

CinderellaWB138 $4.99

Erland Series 1WB166 $4.99

Chinese Zodiac StoriesWB173 $4.99

Chinese MythologyWB146 $9.99

Fire FoxWB170 $4.99

Good Morning, Hong Kong WB169 $4.99

Fable Stories 1WB178 $9.99

Magical Chinese 1WB159 $9.99

Wizard of OzWB137 $4.99

Three KingdomsWB273 $14.99

Digital StoriesLearning Through Stories!

With a selection of over 1,400 modules, the Better Chinese Online Story Library is every student’s favorite place to watch animated stories in Chinese with English subtitles. These stories help students sharpen their Chinese listening comprehension and develop their literacy skills. Various interest-ing topics provide students a valuable context for Chinese culture and help them connect their language learning to their own lives.

Perfect for Differentiated Chinese ClassroomsWith our wide array of stories, teachers can supplement any classroom topic and enhance discussion. You can easily find stories to fit every occasion such as Spring Festival stories during Chinese New Year! Teachers can also quickly assign different stories to students based on their learning needs using the Classroom Management system (available with Group License).

Take Advantage of a Group License DiscountOur story library is categorized into 3 levels: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. Each level contains more than 400 animated modules. Subscribe to a leveled story library or select an individual story set below! Or acquire access to ALL levels at a discounted rate by subscribing to a Story Library Group License with a minimum of 20 students.

Digital Story LibraryBeginner (1 year) Intermediate (1 year) Advanced (1 year)

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Classroom Management*

*Online Story Library subscription to all story levels per student per academic year, ending August 31st. For less than 20 students in Group License, Classroom Management setup fee must be included. The instructor will get a free administrative account with access to all story levels complete with Classroom Management function for one academic year.

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WB489

WB332

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