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The Story of Ancient India invites readers on a journey to a time long, long ago when the land of India was vast, ancient, and full of life. Through simple and engaging Mandarin, this story brings to life the daily rhythms of people who lived in harmony with nature, walking among mountains and rivers, observing the sun, moon, and stars, and building villages with their hands and hearts. Readers follow the lives of families, children, and elders as they work together, explore new places, teach and learn from one another, and nurture a deep sense of love for the land, for each other, and for themselves. With accompanying pinyin and English translation, along with a sentence-by-sentence breakdown, this book is designed to help HSK beginners absorb vocabulary and sentence structures naturally while immersing themselves in India's rich cultural past. Beyond language learning, the story conveys timeless lessons about community, mindfulness, and the pursuit of a peaceful and joyful life, making it an ideal companion for anyone looking to strengthen Chinese fluency through story-based learning.
Chong Shipei is a Singaporean native Chinese writer and educator who specializes in creating accessible, meaningful Chinese readers for learners of all ages. Shipei's professional background spans early childhood education, social work, and volunteer service with children from diverse backgrounds, including special-needs students and underprivileged youth. She scores distinction for her Chinese during her "O" level. Her readers are known for their clear structure, carefully controlled vocabulary, and warm narrative voice. She often writes using simplified language frameworks such as HSK-aligned vocabulary, making her books especially suitable for beginners, young readers, and independent learners. Beyond everyday stories, her work also includes retellings of folklore, history, and Bible stories, written with sensitivity and clarity for early learners. Through her writing and teaching, Chong Shipei continues to help learners build not only their Chinese proficiency, but also confidence, curiosity, and a lasting love for reading.
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