Masha and the bear in chinese1/14/2024 ![]() ![]() ![]() These are edited excerpts from our conversation. Jason and Masha shared their approach to making language learning fun and engaging, the families they think most enjoy Miaomiao and the best ways to get started with the series and apps. And that is the first step toward an enthusiastic response when there’s the opportunity for a child to learn more Chinese in the future. More important, however, I think the series and apps can help engender positive feelings toward Chinese language and culture. Put it all together and it feels like constructive screen time.įunctionally, Miaomiao provides a basic introduction to Mandarin Chinese - tones, pronunciation and simple vocabulary. The apps reinforce these words with additional repetition and the opportunity to practice writing the character. Each episode weaves a simple phrase in Mandarin into the plot, a storyline which often builds on Chinese cultural themes. ![]() With this level of engagement, Chinese language learning happens in the background and in context. Miaomiao’s adventures rival anything the PJ Masks are up to, in terms of pure fun. Tracing Chinese characters in the app mimics similar games my son plays to practice reading and math. Each video episode teaches a familiar lesson about friendship or problem-solving. As a parent, I am struck by how seamlessly the Miaomiao TV series and apps fit with the other games and entertainment my son enjoys. ![]()
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