In this episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat, we welcome Irene from Lele 樂樂, a revolutionary Chinese reading system designed to help children learn to read without the use of zhuyin. Irene, who oversees Lele's operations, shares her insights and experiences in teaching Mandarin to children through a collection of 300 engaging books. As a mother of four, she discusses the success stories of families living in the West who have embraced Lele to enhance their children's reading skills. Join us for an inspiring conversation in Mandarin as Irene shares practical tips and heartwarming anecdotes from her journey in nurturing bilingual literacy.

In this episode of "Mandarin Mama Chitchat," we welcome Linda, a dedicated Chinese teacher and Fulbright scholar, who shares her incredible journey through the prestigious Fulbright program. Linda discusses how the program opened doors to immerse herself in new languages and cultures, providing invaluable experiences that extend beyond the classroom. Tune in as she highlights the transformative impact of cultural exchange, offers insights into applying for the Fulbright program, and shares tips for those interested in embarking on a similar adventure. This is a must-listen episode for anyone curious about language learning, cultural immersion, and the unique opportunities that the Fulbright program has to offer!

*Fulbright Taiwan

https://www.fulbright.org.tw/

*Internship in Taiwan

https://teep.studyintaiwan.org

*Taiwan Foreign English Teacher Program

https://tfetp.epa.ntnu.edu.tw/en/tfetp/web/apply_now

*Huayu Enrichment Scholarship

https://depart.moe.edu.tw/HOU/News_Content.aspx?state=F5D336F102ACBC68&s=9C93C141511048C6&sms=A297C608A7A528E4

*Taiwan Scholarship

https://depart.moe.edu.tw/HOU/News_Content.aspx?n=E3C9065F14E0E3DE&sms=E462F50C1FA19FB1&s=4671B775121DEA2B

In this episode of Mandarin Mama Chitchat, we sit down with Sarah, the dynamic lead of the APPO Dual Language Immersion Program in Delaware. A passionate educator and advocate for world languages and cultures, Sarah shares her inspiring journey balancing her role as a leader in language education and a mom of five, including newborn twins Ruby and Pearl. With three of her older children learning Mandarin Chinese and Spanish, she offers invaluable tips for parents navigating language acquisition at home. Join us as we explore Sarah's insights into fostering a love for languages and her experiences in shaping a world language school, all while juggling the beautiful chaos of motherhood.

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