Chinese Character Code (Ages 5-13)
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Achieves 600+ character milestone in 2 years; equivalent to YCT Level 4 / Grade 2 Semester 2 in China.
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Achieves 600+ character milestone in under 1 year; equivalent to YCT Level 4 / Grade 2 Semester 2 in China.
Chinese Character Code is the essential first step for young learners starting their Chinese journey. Our systematic program uses hands-on projects to unlock the logic of characters from day one. By mastering the connection between form (字形), sound (字音), and meaning (字义), we transform beginners into confident, independent readers.
Decode the logic. Master the reading.
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Decode the logic. Master the reading. │
Our Approach
We don't just teach children how to write; we teach them the logic of the language. By understanding radicals and character origins, children stop memorizing and start decoding Chinese.
The 75-Minute Standard Class
Structure: review, new character discovery, and radical-based games.
New Content: Mastery of 6 new characters per session.
Reading: Hands-on application through short sentences and interactive storytelling.
Output: Every lesson ends with a progress update in the student’s "Character Specimen Collection."
The 2.5-Hour Intensive Class
Structure: An immersive deep-dive focusing on character etymology, logic, and "word clusters."
New Content: Mastery of 12+ new characters per session.
Reading: Advanced training that moves students from recognizing words to understanding full passages.
Output: Extended time for oral expression and creative application to ensure characters are "used," not just memorized.
Choose Your Path:
By building literacy today, you give your child a lifelong connection to their identity and a global advantage for the future.