这是为高级中文学习者、母语儿童学习者专门制作的《西游记》。这是第十一章，讲述了孙悟空为了救出被黄风怪抓走的唐僧，找灵吉菩萨帮忙，收走黄风怪救出唐僧。最后还有三个问题供听众反思、回答。
This is a version of Journey to the West specially produced for advanced Chinese learners and native-speaker children. This is Chapter Eleven, which tells the story of how Sun Wukong, in order to rescue Tang Sanzang who had been captured by the Yellow Wind Demon, sought the help of Bodhisattva Lingji to subdue the demon and free Tang Sanzang. Three questions are left for the audience to reflect upon and answer at the end.


慢中文·Slow Chinese

#11《西游记》第十一章 铲除黄风怪（高级/母语学习者/儿童）Journey to the West, Chapter 11: Eliminating the Yellow Wind Monster (Advanced/Native Language Learners/Children)

今年も歳を重ねました…！ 今年の目標は長年の課題になっていたアレです。

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#8誕生日の目標【N1】

This story uses words from '4000 most common English words'

Zara is dragging Bobby into the market. He is like a stubborn little boy. Her eyes are beaming with enthusiasm and his are downcast with despair. 

The market is out of this world! There are countless numbers of things Zara has never seen before. 

As the two friends walk down the street, Zara points at everything in amazement while Bobby  dismisses them as boring and ordinary. 

Arriving at a food stall, Zara wants to experience everything. “And what are these fragrant things?” 

“Those are herbs…” 

“And this spicy thing?”

“Garlic… umm, where are you from?” 

“And what about this? It looks like the roots of a plant!” 

“That’s ginger, and, yes, they are the roots. Are you from outside of China?”

Zara is overwhelmed with positive emotion and disregards Bobby’s questions. 

The two friends arrive at an animal stall. It has horses, cows, chickens and pigs for sale. Zara touches all the animals, smelling and patting them. “These creatures are beautiful!” 

But Bobby doesn’t get it. He’s never met someone so strange in his life. He’s actually starting to feel irritated by Zara’s joy.

“Look, I have to get going soon… You know, my important task. So, is there anything I can do for you?” 

Zara stuffs a sugar-coated figurine into Bobby’s mouth. “Try this!” 

Bobby reluctantly chews and a little smile appears on his face. But then it disappears and he looks annoyed.

Zara runs off down the street, touching all the lovely silks and picking up all the metal tools. 

Bobby thinks, who does she think she is?

Being a Cloud

Zara the Mayfly

We answered some of your questions. We appreciate you taking the time to think and write these great questions. We REALLY enjoyed recording this episode! If you missed the opportunity to leave a question, we will do a future one again so stay tuned XD

Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

Feeling stuck speaking to a native speaker? Answering your questions! 你问我答

Each week I read an interesting news article from the BBC. Listen along to the words and pronunciation and I will also share with you the link to the story so that you can read along as well. This week's news article can be found here: https://www.bbc.com/news/business-63645765

The Breaking News Podcast

Deliveroo: UK-based food delivery firm quits Australia

This is the first short episode in the story where two people meet. See the transcript below to help aid your comprehension.

Welcome English learners! Today we’re going to begin a story that will last for several episodes. You can listen to the story episode by episode and grow your vocabulary and listening skills. Enjoy!

James looked over his shoulder. He saw something running toward him very fast. His heart started beating rapidly. He thought it was a person, but when he turned to face them, he realized that it wasn’t a person. It was a large black dog. The dog was getting closer and closer, but it wasn’t barking at him. In fact, the dog looked happy. Then he saw why the dog was running. There was a tennis ball bouncing and rolling toward him and the dog was chasing it.

James looked up and saw a woman about one hundred yards away from him. She was short and blonde. The dog grabbed the ball with his mouth and started running back toward her.

“Good boy!” she said.

“That’s a beautiful dog you have,” James said to her.

“Thanks! Actually, he’s not my dog. I’m just watching him for a friend this weekend.” she replied.

“Oh, I see,” said James. “Well, how did your friend get you to dog-sit for them?” James asked.

“That’s actually along story,” she answered with a smile.

James liked her smile and he had time to spare. He walked casually toward her and the dog. 

“I’ve got time. What’s the story?” James asked. “My name’s James, by the way.”

“Jennifer. Nice to meet you. Well, it actually started a few months ago when I was hanging out with my friend…” she said.

Well, that’s the end of the story for this episode. Tune in to the next episode to hear more about what happens with Jennifer and James. Be sure to write down any new vocabulary and listen again to improve your comprehension. See you next time!


Stories in English

James Meets Jennifer

In this episode, I reflect on the deeper meaning behind learning a language — not as a method, but as a human experience. Drawing from my personal journey with English and Japanese, I explore how immersion, necessity, and emotional connection are more powerful than textbooks. Language is not just communication — it’s identity, context, and the silent culture between words.

Immersive Italian

Language is a Bridge to a Culture - Immersive Italian Podcast Ep.2

In this episode I have a talk with Jania Alvarez, Italki tutor from Mexico, about Jergas colombianas.

Colombia

Talking to jania about Jergas Colombianas

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13_FTArCu98SOXOw3oGTjV0XdHVqvIMGhTlNmtDKWYvc/edit?usp=drivesdk

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13_FTArCu98SOXOw3oGTjV0XdHVqvIMGhTlNmtDKWYvc/edit?usp=sharing

Extract: 
Today. I want to explore with you the difference between face-to-face classroom lessons and e-learning lessons on the internet. I've done both and there's a very real difference. And if you're someone who hasn't had an online lesson before or you're just not sure how they work, we're going to be looking at that today.


