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Discover the legend of Fuxi through a story that is both meaningful and easy to read, specially written for beginners learning Chinese. Set in ancient China, this book retells the story of Fuxi, a wise and compassionate figure who helped early people learn how to live. As you follow Fuxi teaching people to fish, raise animals, build homes, and create simple written characters, you will naturally absorb essential Chinese vocabulary and sentence patterns in a clear and engaging context. This book is designed to help you learn Chinese through reading rather than rote memorization. The language is carefully controlled and written in a simple, natural style that even HSK 1 learners can understand and enjoy. Each story is presented in simplified Chinese, pinyin, and a full English translation, with an additional sentence-by-sentence breakdown to support deeper comprehension and confidence. By reading aloud and following the story, you will build vocabulary, improve fluency, and gain confidence in using Chinese naturally. Perfect for self-learners, students preparing for the HSK exam, and anyone who enjoys learning language through stories, this reader combines Chinese mythology with practical language learning. The Story of Fuxi is not just a tale from ancient China, but a gentle and effective way to begin your journey toward reading, understanding, and speaking Chinese with ease.
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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