Lesson series

The Apothecary Diaries 藥師少女的獨語 Middle + Upper Level 中高年級 (9/2-12/15) Fri 5PM PST

In this popular course, students follow the clever apothecary Maomao as she unravels palace mysteries in The Apothecary Diaries. Through each lesson, students learn 8–10 Chinese characters in both traditional and simplified forms while enjoying exciting scenes filled with wit, curiosity, and court intrigue. Every class features new vocabulary, fresh content, and story-based activities that spark discussion and deepen comprehension. Materials never repeat—join again for a brand-new set of stories and characters!
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Our courses are best done every day with a different subject each day. Each course has:

  • 6-8 idioms/lesson
  • Vocabulary, Discussions, and Games
  • Use comics to learn Mandarin
  • Conducted 100% in Mandarin
  • Make cool friends and immerse
  • Zoom sign on, recordings for review, worksheets all conveniently in your dashboard.
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Why BUNDLES are best!

500/Yr | FAST Results | Consistency | Ultimate Ecosystem

Bundles for our everyday Chinese would be the next step in your journey when you're ready for the acceleration to become native! If you loved the Art & Craft, you'll truly love our everyday program!

Our Philosophy

At Motherly Notes, we believe learning Chinese should feel like an adventure, not a chore. Our approach is all about immersive, meaningful learning that connects language with real-world knowledge. In our classes, kids explore subjects through engaging stories, thought-provoking texts, and lively discussions—all in Chinese. We focus on building fluency naturally, making Chinese a tool for discovery, not just memorization. With idioms, character learning, and social-emotional insights woven in, kids gain confidence in both language and critical thinking. Learning should spark curiosity, and at Motherly Notes, we make sure it does.
  • Advanced methods for memorizing characters.
  • Scientifically proven methods for learning.
  • Fully interest driven so your child will never get bored.
  • Building people magic so it feels like a playdate.
  • Award winning curriculum design (UPenn, Wharton, Jacobs Foundation awards). 

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About Sign on and Flex Times

Motherly Notes courses are conducted online. All zoom links will be in your dashboard upon sign on. If there are multiple times listed, students are allowed to sign on at any of the given times listed for that day, as all zoom links will be provided in your dashboard.