Tag: Chinese

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Daily Affirmations for Love: 365 Days of Love in Thought and Action (Chinese)

Daily Affirmations for Love… we all need them – regardless our language or ethnicity. The wisdom of Dr. Mamiko Odegard, renowned love and relationship expert has caught the attention of the Asian community and she received a request to have it translated to Chinese. What a wonderful testament to the work she does, and the value of the message in “Daily Affirmations for Love” – – – that Love is a verb – – – it is an actionable term, which when acted upon, expands relationships, builds deeper levels of love and creates happiness beyond measure.

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Art of Chinese Brush Painting: Ink * Paper * Inspiration

Chinese ink painting is an offshoot of calligraphy and is a beautiful and reflective art that’s been revered in China for centuries. A wonderfully creative tool, The Art of Chinese Brush Painting is an excellent way for newcomers to experience this ancient Chinese art form.

The book introduces the art of painting with ink on rice paper using traditional Chinese techniques developed over a thousand years ago. In 35 simple and intermediate lessons, readers will learn to paint towering landscapes; the elegant Four Generals: bamboo, orchid, plum blossom and chrysanthemum; rugged, steadfast pine; animals from the Chinese Zodiac; and basic strokes used in Chinese calligraphy.

To better understand “the soft martial art,” the book includes an introduction to the Chinese ink painting tradition and detailed discussion of brushes, paper and other tools and accessories. The lessons are instructive for artists at any level of expertise but are directed to the dedicated beginner.

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Quotes: Chinese Philosopher Quotes – Chinese Mindset about Love, Life, Friendship, Success, Motivational, Wisdom, Self Help

The wisdom on these pages will empower and encourage you to live your life to the fullest. Get a powerful dose of wisdom and inspiration as you are guided to take action, overcome fear, boost your self-esteem, create success, enjoy life, claim your inner strength, and make your dreams come true.

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5 Steps to a 5 AP Chinese Language and Culture with MP3 Disk (5 Steps to a 5 on the Advanced Placement Examinations Series)

THE 5-STEP PLAN — A PERFECT PLAN for the PERFECT SCORE

STEP 1
Set up your study plan with three model schedules

STEP 2
Determine your readiness with an AP-style diagnostic exam

STEP 3
Develop the strategies that will give you the edge on test day

STEP 4
Review the terms and concepts you need to score high

STEP 5
Build your confidence with full-length practice exams

MP3 CD-ROM with listening comprehension and speaking practice

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Living Language Chinese, Complete Edition: Beginner through advanced course, including 3 coursebooks, 9 audio CDs, Chinese character guide, and free online learning

Complete Chinese is a unique multimedia program that takes you beginner to advanced level in one convenient package.
 
At the core of Complete Chinese is the Living Language Methodâ„¢, based on linguistic science, proven techniques, and over 65 years of experience. Our method teaches you the whole language, so you can express yourself, not just recite memorized words or scripts.
 
Millions have learned with Living Language®. Now it’s your turn.
 

   • 4 Books: 46 lessons, additional review exercises, culture notes, an extensive glossary, and a grammar summary—plus a complete guide to Chinese characters
   • 9 Audio CDs: Vocabulary, dialogues, audio exercises, and more—listen while using the books or use for review on the go
   • Free Online Learning: Flashcards, games, and interactive quizzes for each lesson at www.livinglanguage.com/languagelab
 

To learn more visit livinglanguage.com.
 
 

The Living Language Methodâ„¢
 
Build a Foundation
Start speaking Chinese immediately using essential words and phrases.
 
Progress with Confidence
Build on each lesson as you advance to full sentences, then actual conversations.
 
Retain what You’ve Learned
Special recall exercises move your new language from short-term to long-term memory.
 
Achieve Your Goals
Don’t just mimic or memorize. Develop practical language skills to speak in any situation.
 

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Integrated Chinese: Level 1, Part 1 Audio CDs (English and Chinese Edition)

This set of four audio CDs includes all the dialogues, vocabulary, and pronunciation exercises from each lesson of the Integrated Chinese third edition textbook, as well as the listening exercises from each lesson of the Integrated Chinese third edition workbook. The CDs also include the detailed introduction to Chinese phonetics and pronunciation from the textbook. This is a completely new set of recordings for the third edition. Each CD set also comes with free access to downloadable bonus tracks: alternate slower versions and dialogues with pauses.