Author Description

Are you finding it challenging to discover engaging and enjoyable stories for intermediate Chinese learners? While there are plenty of interesting beginner-level Chinese storybooks on the market, once you reach an intermediate level, the options seem to dwindle. That’s where this book comes in—a fully original collection of stories, creatively written by Uncle Can, one of the talented members of the Dashu Mandarin team. Discover the Magic of Learning Chinese with Yao Yao’s Adventures This book is a treasure trove for intermediate Chinese learners and children learning Chinese, featuring twelve delightful stories with Yao Yao, an imaginative eight-year-old boy, as the main character. Each tale takes Yao Yao from the ordinary into a world filled with wonder and excitement—a talking cat, flying books, a disappeared apple, a school bus that soars through the sky, a house with a secret slide, a maze hidden in a bamboo forest, and even a mighty dragon. But there’s more! For those who purchase the paperback version of this story collection, we have a special bonus for you—a free audiobook narrated by none other than Uncle Can himself. Unlike a random narrator, only the author can truly capture the emotions and nuances embedded in every word and sentence. This personalized narration brings the stories to life in a way that only the creator can achieve. What makes this book special? - Bilingual Format for Better Understanding: Every page features Chinese text on one side and English on the other, making it easier for learners to grasp the original meaning and context of the stories. - Vocabulary Support: At the bottom of each page, you’ll find a list of challenging words with their pinyin and English definitions, ensuring you never get lost and can confidently expand your vocabulary. - Comprehension Questions: After each story, there are five carefully crafted questions designed to help you recall what you’ve rea