Ni Hao 1: Simplified Character Revised Student Workbook Edition (Chinese Edition) [Paperback]

Shumang Fredlein (Author), Paul Fredlein (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 187673907X | ISBN-13: 978-1876739072 | Publication Date: June 1, 2003 | Edition: Revised Edition

For learners in upper-level elementary through senior high grades--or for anyone seeking a clear, effective way to learn Chinese--the popular Ni Hao series is a great way to begin. Ni Hao helps to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills with an approach that's fun, interactive, and informative. An attractive two-color format and humorous cartoons facilitate understanding, and keep learning interesting. The Ni Hao 1 Textbook features a carefully-selected range of examples, situational settings, and vocabulary to make it easier to practice Chinese in everyday activities. Short reading passages throughout the book build upon language aspects that learners have studied previously, offering a built-in, practical review. Conversations are presented as alternative role-playing scripts, which help bring to life the possibilities of using even simple language to communicate more meaningfully and extensively with others. The Ni Hao series includes textbooks, workbooks, audio products, CD-ROMs, and teacher's handbooks. Traditional character editions are also available.

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Cheng & Tsui; Revised Edition edition (June 1, 2003)
• Language: Chinese
• ISBN-10: 187673907X
• ISBN-13: 978-1876739072
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 2.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #287,044 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #82 in Books > Education & Reference > Foreign Language Nonfiction > Chinese

Customer Reviews

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Ni Hao series from a learner's perspective, January 6, 2005

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Dr. I. V. Mcloughlin "Learning Chinese" (UK, Singapore & NZ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ni Hao 1: Simplified Character Revised Student Workbook Edition (Chinese Edition) (Paperback)

This series of books come from Australia where I'm told Chinese is a fairly common language for study at High School (second only to Japanese and perhaps French). The Friedlein's have put a lot of effort into designing these books and the results demonstrate that.

Unlike most boring text-bound books that seem to be rooted in the Victorian era, this series is lively, interesting and fun. It's really everyday Chinese suited for meeting and talking with people rather than formal essay writing.

It's ideal for older children and I (nearer to my 40s than teenage years) appreciate the no nonsense straightforward presentation. I don't want to sit down to hours of study and boring repetition - learning should be fun!

I really can't recommend this book enough. I've reviewed this and many other books on my website, plus give some FAQs on becoming more fluent in Chinese (search for "lintech chinese" in google)

Compare for yourself! And good luck learning this great language - you won't be disappointed once you've got there!

1.0 out of 5 stars Unorganized, November 16, 2011

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Lei - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ni Hao 1: Simplified Character Revised Student Workbook Edition (Chinese Edition) (Paperback)

I found this book unorganized and extremely frustrating. I've had to use it for a high school class for 3 years now (I'm on the 3rd book now), and each book just gets more annoying than the last. I extremely advise you look at other books unless this is your only choice.

0 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars KAWAII!!!!, April 17, 2004

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Cow Lord (Hong Kong, Italy) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ni Hao 1: Simplified Character Revised Student Workbook Edition (Chinese Edition) (Paperback)

Kono hon wa furansu yori yasashikute niwatori yori oishii.