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Tian Tian ZhongwenA Graded Chinese Language Reader Series

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天天中文 (Tian Tian Zhongwen) is a carefully graded Chinese reader series for high-elementary Chinese language learners and above. This anthology of stories contains a rich and colorful selection of enjoyable reading about China, covering a wide range of topics including Modern China, ancient fables, history, culture, lifestyles and the Chinese language.

Besides gaining a greater insight into China, these stories help learners increase their Chinese reading and character recognition skills though meaningful and stimulating contexts. Each story contains: p CD/MP3 downloads of all the stories to enhance listening skills p English translations at the back of the book to check understanding p language support boxes that highlight key or diffi cult words and

phrases in the storyp thought-provoking questions and exercises to aid comprehensionp Language Points sections to explain key grammar used p Cultural Tips that link to the story and give a deeper understanding

of modern China

Each book in the series contains 20 stories, divided into four levels:

Level Length of texts (words) Vocabulary size (words)

Gold 100-150 500

Turquoise 150-300 1,000

Violet 300-550 2,000

Rose 500-750 3,500

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Tian Tian Zhongwen Graded Chinese Readers

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Beijing’s courtyardsand other stories

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of modern China



Gold 100-150 500

Turquoise 150-300 1,000

Violet 300-550 2,000

Rose 500-750 3,500

I S B N 978-0-230-40662-9

9 7 8 0 2 3 0 4 0 6 6 2 9


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Bicycle kingdomand other stories

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of modern China



Gold 100-150 500

Turquoise 150-300 1,000

Violet 300-550 2,000

Rose 500-750 3,500

INCLUDESAUDIO CD

I S B N 978-0-230-40661-2

9 7 8 0 2 3 0 4 0 6 6 1 2


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Teahouses in Chinaand other stories

Teaho

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of modern China



Gold 100-150 500

Turquoise 150-300 1,000

Violet 300-550 2,000

Rose 500-750 3,500

I S B N 978-0-230-40663-6

9 7 8 0 2 3 0 4 0 6 6 3 6


READER BROCHURE.indd 1 24/09/2009 08:44

What each story contains:

天天中文 (Tian Tian Zhongwen) is a carefully graded Chinese reader series for high-elementary Chinese language learners and above. This anthology of stories contains a rich and colorful selection of enjoyable reading about China, covering a wide range of topics including modern China, ancient fables, history, culture, lifestyles and the Chinese language.

Besides gaining a greater insight into China, these stories help learners increase their Chinese reading and simplified character recognition skills through meaningful and stimulating contexts.



Gold 100-150 500

Turquoise 150-300 1,000

Violet 300-550 2,000

Rose 500-750 3,500

Tian Tian Zhongwen A Graded Chinese Language Reader Series

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喝茶是中国人的习惯。如果一边喝茶，一边聊天，

一边欣赏中国传统艺术，感觉一定会很不错。

几乎 adv.almost

省 n.province

农村 n. rural area

中国的茶馆 Teahouses in China

你可能去过大饭店，去过咖啡馆，也可能去过歌厅什么的，

可是你有没有去过中国的茶馆呢？

在中国，几乎每个城市都有茶馆，特别是南方的一些省市，

那里的茶馆几乎和饭馆一样多。不仅城市的马路边有茶馆，公

园里有茶馆，甚至农村都有茶馆了。很多人都有去茶馆的习惯。

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C hinese Teahouses13 中国的茶馆

北京最有名的茶馆

叫什么名字？

它有什么特点？

有些人一大早就到茶馆喝茶，有些人下班后到那里坐上两三个

小时，或读书看报，或一边喝茶，一边聊天。到了节假日，朋

友们也常常到茶馆里聚会。有些茶馆还经常有各种文化活动。

总之，茶馆不但是人们休息的地方，也是人们交流的重要地方，

同时，也为国内外的游客提供了一个了解当地文化的机会。

北京的茶馆也不少，其中最有名的是前门附近的老舍茶馆。

客人一坐进老舍茶馆，服务员小姐马上就会送来一壶热茶和几

种北京小吃。客人可以一边吃着、喝着，一边看中国传统的京

剧、杂技等节目。现在，老舍茶馆已经成为一处新的旅游景点，

每天都吸引着不少中外游客来参观。

人们在茶馆里

一般做什么？

总之 conj.in a word, in conclusion

交流 v.communicate

壶 n. pot

小吃 n.snacks, refreshments

杂技 n.acrobatics

节目 n.programme, item (on a programme)

想一想 Questions

Colourful illustrations to explain the main ideas of the story

Language support boxes highlight key or difficult words

Thought-provoking questions about the story


The Macmillan-FLTRP Chinese Character

Dictionary- the perfect companion

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中文天天读Reading China

提供

offer, provide

1.同时，也为国内外的游客提供4 4

了一个了解当地文化的机会。

At the same time, it also offers domestic and overseas tourists an opportunity to learn more about the local culture.

“提供”，动词。是“供给（意见、物资、条件等）”的意思。

“提供” is a verb that means “to offer (opinions, material, conditions, etc.)”.

（1）学校给我们提供4 4

了很好的学习条件，所以我们要好好学习。

（2）这个饭店为客人提供4 4

免费的早餐。

2.老舍茶馆……每天都吸引4 4

着不少中外游客来参观。

Laoshe Teahouse…attracts many domestic and overseas tourists every day.

“吸引”，动词。是“把别人的性意力引到自己这方面来”的

意思。

“吸引” is a verb that means “to draw the attention of other people”.

（1）北京非常吸引4 4

我，所以我想在这里多住一段时间。

（2）那本书的名字吸引4 4

了很多老年人的注意。

吸引

attract

语言点 Language Points

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C hinese Teahouses13 中国的茶馆

老舍茶馆Laoshe Teahouse

老舍茶馆是以作家老舍及其名剧《茶馆》命名的茶馆，

始建于 1988 年。老舍茶馆古香古色，在这里，大家可以欣

赏到京剧、杂技等中国优秀民族艺术的精彩表演，同时可

以品用各类名茶、宫廷细点、北京传统小吃。自开业以来，

老舍茶馆接待了近四十位外国元首和两百多万中外游客。

Laoshe Teahouse was built in 1988. It is named after Laoshe,

a famous Chinese writer, and Teahouse, his well-known modern

drama. Showcasing ancient Chinese architecture and décor, Laoshe Teahouse is also a venue for Chinese

traditional cultural and folk arts performances, such as Beijing opera and acrobatic shows. Guests can

enjoy a variety of teas, refined desserts, and traditional Beijing snacks while attending shows. Since its

opening, Laoshe Teahouse has been a destination for over forty heads of state and two million visitors

from home and abroad.

判断正误 True or false

（1）北方的茶馆比南方多。（）

（2）在茶馆不仅可以喝茶，还可以吃小吃。（）

（3）茶馆是一个人们一起交流的地方。（）

（4）老舍茶馆在北京的西直门附近。（）

练习 Exercises

文化略观 Cultural Insights

Comprehension questions to check understanding

Cultural Insights that link to the story and give a deeper

understanding of modern China

+ CD/ MP3 downloads to improve listening skills + English translations at the back of the book

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A Nice Lady in Shanghaiand other stories

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Bicycle Kingdom and other stories

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Language Points to explain key grammar and words appearing in the stories


A nice lady in Shanghai and other stories

Chinese Title English Title

“安”的意思是什么? What Does “安” Mean?

一个淘气的孩子 A Naughty Child

我累了！ I Am Tired!

你会如何选择？ How Would You Choose?

拥抱--不是中国人的习惯 Hugging—Not a Chinese Custom

家务齐分享 Sharing Household Chores

“福”倒了 What “福” Means Upside Down

每天速行30分钟 Speed-walking for 30 Minutes a Day

狐假虎威 The Fox and the Tiger

训练一个探险者 Training an Explorer

可爱的熊猫 Cute Pandas

炸油条 Deep-fried Dough Sticks

善意的谎言 White Lies

长寿的冰岛人 Icelanders’ Longevity

征文比赛第一名 The Winner of an Essay Competition

和蔼可亲的上海姑娘 A Nice Lady in Shanghai

幽默三则 Three Funny Stories

孟：一个中国姓氏 Meng: A Chinese Family Name

齐白石 Qi Baishi

如此待客 A Bad Host

Bicycle kingdom and other stories


盲人的灯笼 A Blindman’s Lantern

汉语发音 Pronouncing Chinese

“好”的含意 The Meaning of “好” (“Good”)

穷和尚, 富和尚 Poor Monk, Rich Monk

议价 Bargaining

自行车王国 Bicycle Kingdom

傻酒鬼 Funny Drunks

磨斧子 Whet the Axe

北京的出租车 Taxis in Beijing

是“富”还是“贵”? “Rich” or “Expensive”?

黑猩猩是戒烟 The Chimp that Quit Smoking

量词与名词 Measure Words and Nouns

十块钱的自行车 A Ten-Yuan Bike

聪明的男孩子 A Clever Boy

“哪里哪里” “Where Where”

爱因斯坦的凳子 Einstein’s Stools

午夜电话 A Midnight Call

聪明的求婚 A Marriage Proposal

伤心的故事 The Three Travelers

最好的消息 The Lying Woman

Teahouses in China and other stories


喝咖啡 Drinking Coffee

建做自己的生命 Building One’s Life

“请慢用”和“稍后再说” “Take Your Time” and “Talk to You Later”

中国北方和南方 The North and the South of China

公园晨练 Morning Exercises in the Park

不要告诉我该做怎么! Don’t Tell Me What To Do!

火锅宴朋友 Hotpot—A Feast for Friends

三个不同的选择 Three Different Choices

中国人怎么买车 How the Chinese Buy Cars

不同的问候习惯 Different People, Different Greetings

中国的高考 College Entrance Exam in China

幸运日期 Lucky Dates

中国的茶馆 Teahouses in China

海龟和海带 Sea Turtles and Seaweed

韩国人在中国 Koreans in China

“万”字难写 The Character “万” Is Difficult To Write

从水果中学习 Learning from Fruit

一个南京网友 A Netizen in Nanjing

一位来自胡同巨星 A Superstar from a Hutong

唐诗两首 Two Poems from the Tang Dynasty

Beijing’s courtyards and other stories


北京的四合院 Beijing’s Siheyuan

美丽的茉莉花 A Beautiful Jasmine

中国茶礼仪 Chinese Tea Etiquette

铁杵磨成针 Grounding Iron into a Needle

聪明的王子 The Clever Prince

香港的大排档 Snack Booths in Hong Kong

一美元的气车 The One-Dollar Car

李安大导演 Lee Ang, the Director

男士下厨好处多 Cooking Is Good for Men

门神 Door Guards

对妈妈的信 A letter to My Mother

三里屯 Sanlitun

为什么中国十二生肖没有猫? Why Is There No Cat in the Chinese Zodiac?

愚人节 April Fool’s Day

幸运的清洁工人 A Lucky Cleaner

这山望那山高 The Grass Is Always Greener on the Other Side

标牌阅读 Reading Signs (Cracking Codes)

第一笔工资 My First Pay

全民爱乒乓 Ping Pong: A National Passion

三大件的变化 The Evolution of “Three Important Items”

Turquoise and Violet Levels published – Gold and Rose Levels coming soon

天天

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Bicycle kin

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We recommend the






of modern China



Gold 100-150 500

Turquoise 150-300 1,000

Violet 300-550 2,000

Rose 500-750 3,500

INCLUDESAUDIO CD

I S B N 978-0-230-40661-2

9 7 8 0 2 3 0 4 0 6 6 1 2


天天

中文

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Teaho

use

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hin

a and oth

er storie

s

V IOLE T LE VEL


We recommend the



INCLUDESAUDIO CD




of modern China



Gold 100-150 500

Turquoise 150-300 1,000

Violet 300-550 2,000

Rose 500-750 3,500

I S B N 978-0-230-40663-6

9 7 8 0 2 3 0 4 0 6 6 3 6


天天

中文

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E L

EV

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A n

ice lady in S

han

gh

ai and oth

er storie

s

TURQUOISE LE VEL

I S B N 978-0-230-40660-5

9 7 8 0 2 3 0 4 0 6 6 0 5


We recommend the






of modern China



Gold 100-150 500

Turquoise 150-300 1,000

Violet 300-550 2,000

Rose 500-750 3,500

INCLUDESAUDIO CD


天天

中文

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IOL

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LE

VE

L


Beijin

g’s co

urtyards an

d other sto

ries

V IOLE T LE VEL


We recommend the



INCLUDESAUDIO CD




of modern China



Gold 100-150 500

Turquoise 150-300 1,000

Violet 300-550 2,000

Rose 500-750 3,500

I S B N 978-0-230-40662-9

9 7 8 0 2 3 0 4 0 6 6 2 9



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