Yan Mei X.

Most American students study Mandarin for years but still hesitate when speaking. Many students learn textbook Chinese but still struggle with real conversation. I use memorable dialogue from films, television, literature, and real life to help students understand how native speakers actually communicate. My two sons were born in Beijing and attended native Chinese schools. Because we often spoke English at home, they initially struggled to keep up with classmates who spoke Mandarin full-t…