Many English speakers find tonal languages like Mandarin Chinese intimidating. But learning this language, spoken by over a billion people worldwide, can open doors to experiencing a new culture—and a new way of thinking about the nuances of language.

Join Dr. Haiyan Fan of Haas Hall Academy to learn the basics of intonation, pronunciation, and grammar in Learning Mandarin Chinese: Numbers and Tones. With Dr. Fan’s guidance, you’ll learn how to count and offer traditional New Year greetings—two simple but illuminating steps to immersing yourself in a different language. This approachable introduction to Mandarin Chinese will help you grasp the key elements of pronunciation and tone that can make Mandarin so challenging for new speakers.