Ni Hao, 3rd Ed., Volume 1 Textbook (Simplified)
Ni Hao Volume 1 is the first level of the Ni Hao series, designed for students in upper elementary or lower secondary school who have no prior knowledge of Mandarin Chinese.
The text uses Chinese characters extensively, accompanied by pinyin as a pronunciation guide. As the student becomes familiar with the characters and vocabulary, the pinyin is gradually omitted. Each chapter includes a variety of engaging activities to develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. “Something to Know” sections explore relevant Chinese cultural, historical, and geographical topics, enriching cultural understanding and enhancing students' interest in learning the language.
Volume 1 introduces more than 280 words and phrases and 84 written characters. Chinese-English and English-Chinese appendices contain pinyin, English, and simplified and traditional character listings for words and expressions learned in the text. This textbook is in simplified characters.
FREE Software Download
A free download is available for the Ni Hao Language Lab Textbook Edition (Lab TE) software: download here. The software includes recordings of the pronunciation practice, dialogues and readings, vocabulary, and common phrases sections from each lesson in the textbook. Students can also record their own voice to compare pronunciation. To access this download you must go through the process as directed on screen and enter 9781876739065 as the ISBN when instructed. The software is available for Windows and MacOS X and in simplified characters only.
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Ni Hao Volume 1: Introductory Level (Textbook)
Preface iii
Introduction vi
Map of China viii
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Lesson 1 第一课 |
China 中国 |
1 |
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Lesson 2 第二课 |
Hello! 你好！ |
7 |
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Lesson 3 第三课 |
1, 2, 3 一二三 |
16 |
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Lesson 4 第四课 |
Who is he? 他是谁？ |
23 |
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Lesson 5 第五课 |
Whose is this? 這是谁的？ |
32 |
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Lesson 6 第六课 |
My family 我的家 |
43 |
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Lesson 7 第七课 |
Pets at home 我家的宠物 |
54 |
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Lesson 8 第八课 |
I can speak Chinese 我会说中文 |
66 |
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Lesson 9 第九课 |
I like swimming 我喜欢游泳 |
77 |
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Lesson 10 第十课 |
My friend 我的朋友 |
85 |
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Lesson 11 第十一课 |
I am really hungry 我真饿 |
93 |
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Lesson 12 第十二课 |
Revision复习 |
102 |
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Appendix |
Words and Expressions Pinyin/zhuyin chart Learn to Write |
105 |
The Ni Hao textbooks feature a wide range of situational settings and vocabulary to encourage students to practice Chinese in everyday activities. Each lesson presents conversations as illustrated scripts that facilitate role-playing and help students put their communicative skills into action. Engaging additional sections clearly explain new vocabulary and language usage, character stroke order, and Chinese culture. Songs, rhymes, tongue twisters, cartoons, stories, and interesting features of Chinese characters tie the lessons together and make learning fun.
The Ni Hao series includes textbooks, workbooks, and teacher's handbooks as well as great supplements like audio CDs and games software.
