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Welcome!

In these 55-minute sessions, students will explore exciting stories with a unique twist. Our course is led by a Chinese-published writer who brings a unique perspective and deep passion for literature to each session. Through advanced Chinese immersion, students will read, dissect, and appreciate a variety of literary works, fostering a deeper understanding of culture, language, and storytelling.

🔔Language Level: Chinese Immersive

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Course Structure:

Icebreaker (5 Minutes): Begin each session with a fun icebreaker activity to create a warm and engaging learning environment.

Review the Previous Story/Chapter (10 Minutes): Reflect on and discuss the previous story or chapter, encouraging critical thinking and group interaction.

Read and Analyze the New Story/Chapter (30 Minutes): Dive into the heart of the literary work, reading and analyzing the new story or chapter, delving into its characters, themes, and cultural context.

Activity (10 Minutes): Engage in hands-on activities related to the story to enhance comprehension and creativity.

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Week of January 8 - 夏洛特的网 (Charlotte's Web): A beloved classic that explores themes of friendship, kindness, and the interconnectedness of all living beings.
Week of January 15 - 夏洛特的网 (Charlotte's Web)
Week of January 22 -  夏洛特的网 (Charlotte's Web)
Week of January 29 - 夏洛特的网 (Charlotte's Web)
Week of February 5 - 小王子 (The Little Prince): Journey to a whimsical world and explore the profound life lessons of this timeless French novella.
Week of February 12 - 小王子 (The Little Prince)
Week of February 19 - 小王子 (The Little Prince)
Week of February 26 - 小王子 (The Little Prince)
Week of March 4 - 假如给我三天光明 (If I Had Three Days of Light): Dive into a thought-provoking piece of contemporary Chinese literature that touches on life's choices and values.
Week of March 11 - 假如给我三天光明 (If I Had Three Days of Light)
Week of March 18 - 假如给我三天光明 (If I Had Three Days of Light)
Week of March 25 - 假如给我三天光明 (If I Had Three Days of Light)
Week of April 1 - 中国四大名著 (China's Four Great Classical Novels): Explore selections from these iconic works, such as 西游记 (Journey to the West) and 水浒传 (Water Margin), delving into their historical and cultural significance.

Book list:
《1984》 (1984) - 乔治·奥威尔 (George Orwell)
《杀死一只知更鸟》 (To Kill a Mockingbird) - 哈珀·李 (Harper Lee)
《了不起的盖茨比》 (The Great Gatsby) - F. 斯科特·菲茨杰拉德 (F. Scott Fitzgerald)
《魔戒》 (The Lord of the Rings) - J.R.R.托尔金 (J.R.R. Tolkien)
《飘》 (Gone with the Wind) - 玛格丽特·米切尔 (Margaret Mitchell)
《人类群星闪耀时》 (When Breath Becomes Air) - 保罗·卡兰尼西 (Paul Kalanithi)
《无人生还》 (And Then There Were None) - 阿加莎·克里斯蒂 (Agatha Christie)
《启示录》 (Revelation) - 陈平 (Chen Ping)
《围城》 (Fortress Besieged) - 钱钟书 (Qian Zhongshu)
《少年维特的烦恼》 (The Sorrows of Young Werther) - 约翰·沃尔夫冈·冯·歌德 (Johann Wolfgang von Goethe)
《草房子》 (The Grass House) - 齐那 (Ji Nan)
《追风筝的人》 (The Kite Runner) - 卡勒德·胡赛尼 (Khaled Hosseini)
《游园惊梦》 (Dream of the Red Chamber) - 曹雪芹 (Cao Xueqin)
《百年孤独》 (One Hundred Years of Solitude) - 加夫列尔·加西亚·马尔克斯 (Gabriel Garcia Marquez)
《了不起的盖茨比》 (Ender's Game) - 奥森·斯科特·卡德 (Orson Scott Card)
《红楼梦》 (Dream of the Red Chamber) - 曹雪芹 (Cao Xueqin)
《活着》 (To Live) - 余华 (Yu Hua)
《麦田里的守望者》 (The Catcher in the Rye) - 杰罗姆·大卫·塞林格 (J.D. Salinger)
《灿烂千阳》 (A Thousand Splendid Suns) - 卡勒德·胡赛尼 (Khaled Hosseini)
《时间简史》 (A Brief History of Time) - 史蒂芬·霍金 (Stephen Hawking)

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Join us for an inspiring journey through great stories, where literature comes to life, cultures intertwine, and imaginations flourish. This course will enrich your understanding of storytelling and language while exploring some of the world's most beloved literary treasures.


🔔We offer a refund policy where you may request to cancel your class for a full refund 24 hours before class. Cancellation or make-up lesson requests during or after class may NOT be accepted. By registering for the class, you agree to these terms.